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GY55 XPN

2005 BMW 7 Series

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2020
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

199,213 mi
Last recorded199,213 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2019
Typical for 2005 BMW 7 Series92,898 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY55 XPN
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 14 Dec 2019 199,213 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 8 Dec 2018 190,221 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

undercarriage allover slightly corroded

Pass 2 Dec 2017 181,310 miles

rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 19 Nov 2016 172,450 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 14 Nov 2015 165,071 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2014 152,041 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 143,728 miles

Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 25 Sep 2013 118,338 miles

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

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Pass 27 Mar 2013 96,815 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 80,068 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 70,779 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2011 55,518 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 41,194 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 19 Oct 2010 26,901 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2010 26,784 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 14,902 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 11,619 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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GY55 XPN is a 2005 BMW 7 Series in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 GY55 XPN, 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 GY55 XPN registered?

GY55 XPN is a 2005 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 27 September 2005.

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