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LK05 OYE

2005 BMW 7 Series

Blue Petrol 4799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2019
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

158,329 mi
Last recorded158,329 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2018
Typical for 2005 BMW 7 Series92,898 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK05 OYE
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,799cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2018 158,329 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2016 150,914 miles

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

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

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

Pass 15 Dec 2015 142,565 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2015 142,565 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Pass 1 Oct 2014 132,465 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2013 116,140 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2012 99,288 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2011 83,111 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 61,999 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)

Pass 20 Apr 2009 50,208 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 38,422 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)

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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LK05 OYE is a 2005 BMW 7 Series in Blue with a 4,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 LK05 OYE, 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 LK05 OYE registered?

LK05 OYE is a 2005 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 19 April 2005.

Is LK05 OYE safe to buy?

The MOT history for LK05 OYE shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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