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E13 AFJ

2005 BMW 7 Series

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

128,654 mi
Last recorded128,654 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW 7 Series92,898 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE13 AFJ
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2025 128,654 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

under trays fitted

Pass 21 Mar 2024 120,057 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Mar 2023 119,856 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement track control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement track control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Mar 2022 113,754 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2021 107,733 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Under trays/covers limit inspection

Pass 27 Mar 2020 100,366 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2020 100,366 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Feb 2019 93,807 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2018 88,663 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2017 75,744 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Feb 2016 73,929 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2015 70,643 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2014 63,766 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2013 58,912 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2012 53,044 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Jan 2011 46,522 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2010 39,333 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2009 30,096 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2008 22,753 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 7 Series?

Based on 64,177 MOT tests across 9,415 vehicles.

80.2%
Pass Rate
7,495
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
9,415
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,308
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,090
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,074
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 1,020
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 819
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E13 AFJ is a 2005 BMW 7 Series in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 2005 BMW 7 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.2% with a typical mileage of 92,898 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 7 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 2,308 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E13 AFJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 7 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 21 years old, this BMW 7 Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E13 AFJ registered?

E13 AFJ is a 2005 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 18 January 2005.

Is E13 AFJ safe to buy?

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