2005 BMW 5 Series 3.0L Diesel · EN55 BVE
2005 BMW 5 Series (3.0L, diesel). First registered 29 Dec 2005. Recorded mileage 185,999 miles. MOT valid until 20 Jun 2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- BMW 5 SERIES
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Chelmsford
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Valid until 20 Jun 2027
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (01 Jul 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 185,999 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Outstanding Safety Recall Notice
Action RequiredOfficial DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.
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EN55 BVE Key Findings
- 1 MOT test recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 22/06/2026
- 185,999 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
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EN55 BVE MOT History
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1 MOT test are recorded for this 2005 BMW 5 Series (EN55 BVE) between June 2026 and June 2026.
The record contains 1 pass and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 0 advisory notices note items to monitor.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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