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LX55 LDV

2005 BMW 7 Series

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

373,273 mi
Last recorded373,273 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW 7 Series92,898 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX55 LDV
MakeBMW
Model7 Series
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2017 373,273 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush offside front (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Mar 2016 213,780 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated and offside rear (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Mar 2015 193,264 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 171,974 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 9 Jul 2013 171,819 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 20 Jul 2012 159,963 miles

srs light on dash

traction control light on dash

Pass 29 Jul 2011 136,781 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 109,619 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 76,693 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2007 65,621 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 52,443 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2006 39,788 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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LX55 LDV is a 2005 BMW 7 Series in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 LX55 LDV, 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 LX55 LDV registered?

LX55 LDV is a 2005 BMW 7 Series, first registered on 2 November 2005.

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