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LM05 DGF

2005 BMW 7 Series

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2018
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

201,816 mi
Last recorded201,816 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW 7 Series92,898 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM05 DGF
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2017 201,816 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2016 182,840 miles

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)

Fail 17 Oct 2016 182,840 miles

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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)

Pass 21 Oct 2015 167,358 miles

Offside Front Lower arm ball joint slight play

Pass 10 Oct 2014 149,177 miles

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)

Pass 26 Sep 2013 129,216 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2012 109,834 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2011 101,067 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2011 101,067 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Nearside Rear Lower Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Rear Lower Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Lower Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Oct 2010 94,116 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2010 94,116 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 9 Sep 2009 85,772 miles

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

Fail 5 Sep 2009 85,772 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 8 Sep 2008 55,918 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2008 55,912 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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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LM05 DGF is a 2005 BMW 7 Series in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 LM05 DGF, 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 LM05 DGF registered?

LM05 DGF is a 2005 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 5 August 2005.

Is LM05 DGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM05 DGF shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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