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LB05 OKE

2005 BMW 7 Series

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2022
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

214,576 mi
Last recorded214,576 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2021
Typical for 2005 BMW 7 Series92,898 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB05 OKE
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2021 214,576 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2020 113,083 miles

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

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

emissions passed, no print out due to low reading

under tray fitted

Pass 14 Mar 2019 109,269 miles

rear brake pipes are corroded

Pass 20 Mar 2018 103,620 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2018 103,600 miles

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 27 Mar 2017 98,219 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2017 98,216 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault airbag light (5.4.2)

Pass 12 Mar 2016 90,486 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 79,050 miles

Offside Front Tie bar/rod worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Fail 4 Mar 2015 79,050 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

oil leak coming through undershield

Pass 3 Mar 2014 59,191 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 43,390 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 13 Mar 2013 43,385 miles

Parking brake is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (3.1.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Apr 2012 39,947 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 34,151 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2010 29,947 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 7 Apr 2010 29,947 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2009 26,156 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 22,072 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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LB05 OKE is a 2005 BMW 7 Series in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 LB05 OKE, 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 LB05 OKE registered?

LB05 OKE is a 2005 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 30 June 2005.

Is LB05 OKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for LB05 OKE shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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