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CA54 PUV

2005 BMW F Series

Yellow Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2025
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

43,818 mi
Last recorded43,818 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2024
Typical for 2005 BMW F Series17,135 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA54 PUV
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2005
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2024 43,818 miles

Front Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced down tube (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 21 Feb 2024 43,818 miles

Front Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced down tube (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.4 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Oct 2021 43,811 miles

Central Rear Upper Stop lamp insecure (4.3.1 (c) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2020 43,452 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2019 42,496 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2018 40,584 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2017 40,570 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2017 40,570 miles

Riders seat insecure lower seat subframe mounting bolts loose (6.2.1a)

Fail 27 Sep 2017 40,527 miles

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play rear suspension swinging arm has excessive play in pin, bushes or bearings (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 19 Aug 2016 38,719 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2016 38,713 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Front Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 10 Aug 2015 35,273 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 32,940 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 9 Jul 2013 28,021 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 25,188 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 24,149 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 5 Jun 2010 18,951 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2009 12,695 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2008 10,021 miles

How Reliable is the BMW F Series?

Based on 92,321 MOT tests across 8,598 vehicles.

88.0%
Pass Rate
1,110
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
8,598
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 651
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 616
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 570
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 310
Horn not working 299
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CA54 PUV is a 2005 BMW F Series in Yellow with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2005 BMW F Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.6% with a typical mileage of 17,135 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 F Series fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 651 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CA54 PUV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW F Series typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 21 years old, this BMW F Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CA54 PUV registered?

CA54 PUV is a 2005 BMW F Series, first registered on 20 January 2005.

Is CA54 PUV safe to buy?

The MOT history for CA54 PUV shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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