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HV05 FBO

2005 BMW 750

Blue Petrol 4799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Aug 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

136,450 mi
Last recorded136,450 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW 75083,416 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV05 FBO
MakeBMW
Model750
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,799cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2025 136,450 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2025 136,434 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 16 Jan 2022 136,384 miles

slight oil leak

Pass 16 Jan 2021 130,761 miles

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

oil leak

Fail 16 Jan 2021 130,761 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

oil leak

Pass 11 Jul 2019 115,182 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2018 108,045 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2017 99,717 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 96,146 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 91,268 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 84,981 miles

n/s front tyre smooth on edges and tread lifting

o/s front tyre getting low on tread, perished, wearing on edges and tread is lifting

Pass 5 Jul 2013 79,174 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2012 72,505 miles

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

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

both rear tyres wearing on inner edge

Fail 10 Jul 2012 72,505 miles

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

both rear tyres wearing on inner edge

Pass 18 Jun 2011 62,569 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2011 57,477 miles

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 9 Jul 2010 50,539 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2009 34,521 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2009 34,511 miles

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

Pass 10 Jan 2008 27,244 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 750?

Based on 25,710 MOT tests across 2,426 vehicles.

77.0%
Pass Rate
4,144
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
2,426
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 876
Brake pipe excessively corroded 801
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 487
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 426
position lamp(s) not working 369
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HV05 FBO is a 2005 BMW 750 in Blue with a 4,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2005 BMW 750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 83,416 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 750 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 876 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HV05 FBO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 750 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 21 years old, this BMW 750 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HV05 FBO registered?

HV05 FBO is a 2005 BMW 750, first registered on 22 April 2005.

Is HV05 FBO safe to buy?

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