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HG05 MHK

2005 BMW 7 Series

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2016
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

136,260 mi
Last recorded136,260 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2015
Typical for 2005 BMW 7 Series92,898 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG05 MHK
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2015 136,260 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

front suspesion arm bushes worn

Fail 14 Jun 2014 126,634 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Nearside front tyre has cut

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 14 Jun 2014 126,634 miles

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

Nearside front tyre has cut

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

Pass 14 Jun 2013 113,637 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 101,001 miles

front track control arms worn

front tyres worn low

Fail 1 Jun 2012 101,013 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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)

front tyres cracking.

Pass 22 Sep 2010 96,071 miles

Oil leak

bothfront tyres worn to 3mm

front and rear brake discs worn

front and rear brake pads worn

nail in n/s/f tyre

Pass 17 Sep 2009 80,889 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2009 80,881 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 18 Apr 2008 65,136 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2008 65,133 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1) DANGEROUS

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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HG05 MHK is a 2005 BMW 7 Series in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 HG05 MHK, 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 HG05 MHK registered?

HG05 MHK is a 2005 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 29 April 2005.

Is HG05 MHK safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG05 MHK shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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