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GX55 NAU

2005 BMW 130

Blue Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

139,140 mi
Last recorded139,140 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW 13082,536 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX55 NAU
MakeBMW
Model130
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 139,140 miles

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Mar 2025 135,477 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 21 Mar 2025 135,477 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 8 Apr 2024 131,130 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 27 Feb 2023 128,935 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2022 123,922 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2021 114,434 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2019 104,470 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated offside and nearside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material offside and nearside (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 14 Apr 2018 98,330 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 89,230 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2016 79,885 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 70,032 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2014 67,171 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Mar 2013 54,207 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 49,808 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 45,880 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 40,749 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 35,950 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 130?

Based on 21,905 MOT tests across 1,307 vehicles.

80.8%
Pass Rate
5,977
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
1,307
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 517
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 264
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 152
Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 151
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 143
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GX55 NAU is a 2005 BMW 130 in Blue with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 2005 BMW 130 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 82,536 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 130 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 517 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GX55 NAU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 130 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this BMW 130 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GX55 NAU registered?

GX55 NAU is a 2005 BMW 130, first registered on 9 November 2005.

Is GX55 NAU safe to buy?

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