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G20 RJF

2005 BMW 7 Series

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2018
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

188,863 mi
Last recorded188,863 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW 7 Series92,898 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG20 RJF
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2017 188,863 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2016 169,960 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded both font (3.6.B.2c)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn lipped (3.5.1i)

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both outer lens faded (1.7.5a)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

both nearside tyres have slight damage to side walls

Fail 9 Dec 2016 169,959 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low wount adjust (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Brake pipe slightly corroded both font (3.6.B.2c)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn lipped (3.5.1i)

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both outer lens faded (1.7.5a)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

both nearside tyres have slight damage to side walls

Pass 17 Nov 2015 160,986 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

fuel pipes corroded

Fail 16 Nov 2015 160,967 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

fuel pipes corroded

Pass 30 Oct 2014 146,556 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 29 Oct 2014 146,551 miles

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Nov 2013 130,339 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2012 109,948 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Nov 2011 88,377 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2011 88,377 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Jan 2011 78,901 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2011 78,900 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 6 Nov 2009 65,969 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2008 48,766 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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G20 RJF is a 2005 BMW 7 Series in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 G20 RJF, 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.

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What year was G20 RJF registered?

G20 RJF is a 2005 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 28 October 2005.

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