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DE05 XCS

2005 BMW F Series

Silver Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

15,422 mi
Last recorded15,422 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW F Series17,135 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE05 XCS
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 15,422 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2024 14,537 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2023 13,867 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2023 13,867 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 14 Sep 2010 12,728 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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DE05 XCS is a 2005 BMW F Series in Silver with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 DE05 XCS, 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

How do I check the history of DE05 XCS?

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What year was DE05 XCS registered?

DE05 XCS is a 2005 BMW F Series, first registered on 31 May 2005.

Is DE05 XCS safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE05 XCS shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DE05 XCS have outstanding finance?

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