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LN55 XAB

2005 BMW 7 Series

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2022
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

262,600 mi
Last recorded262,600 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2021
Typical for 2005 BMW 7 Series92,898 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN55 XAB
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2021 262,600 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2020 257,636 miles

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

Pass 1 Oct 2019 256,500 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 252,889 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2018 252,889 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has had the tread recut (4.1.D.1c)

Pass 13 Apr 2017 250,600 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 239,887 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2016 239,887 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

oil leaks

Pass 14 Apr 2015 223,771 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 2 Apr 2014 208,872 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Fail 1 Apr 2014 208,872 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 5 Nov 2012 201,414 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2011 178,722 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2010 154,162 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2009 123,905 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)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 9 Oct 2008 91,712 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 11 Oct 2007 62,907 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2006 32,369 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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LN55 XAB is a 2005 BMW 7 Series in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 LN55 XAB, 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 LN55 XAB registered?

LN55 XAB is a 2005 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 28 October 2005.

Is LN55 XAB safe to buy?

The MOT history for LN55 XAB shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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