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DG05 LDV

2005 BMW F Series

Blue Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Aug 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

43,350 mi
Last recorded43,350 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW F Series17,135 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG05 LDV
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2025 43,350 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2021 43,346 miles

oil drain plug weeping

slightly reduced damping rear shock absober

Pass 8 Apr 2020 41,157 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2019 41,142 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2017 40,822 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2017 40,817 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

drive chain inappropriately repaired

Pass 24 Mar 2017 39,333 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2017 39,333 miles

All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on Rear position lamp does not illuminate when switched on. (1.1.3a)

Brake component worn and seriously reduced in strength Rear brake disc past limit, rear pads worn down to steel. (3.2.A1)

Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Front tyre side wall cracked. (4.1.2a(ii))

Pass 28 Apr 2016 37,956 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 35,987 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 7 May 2015 35,987 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 16 Apr 2014 33,761 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 25 Apr 2013 30,774 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 27,225 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 24,685 miles

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

Fail 23 Apr 2010 19,652 miles

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 23 Apr 2010 19,652 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 16,086 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 12,380 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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DG05 LDV is a 2005 BMW F Series in Blue 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 DG05 LDV, 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 DG05 LDV registered?

DG05 LDV is a 2005 BMW F Series, first registered on 26 April 2005.

Is DG05 LDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG05 LDV 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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