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EF05 YMW

2005 BMW F Series

Silver Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Nov 2026
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

46,032 mi
Last recorded46,032 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW F Series17,135 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF05 YMW
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 6 Nov 2025 46,032 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2024 44,230 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Offside Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2023 42,634 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Pass 10 Nov 2022 39,589 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2022 39,565 miles

Rear Wheel corroded but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 1 Apr 2021 39,546 miles

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Jun 2019 38,178 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 24 Jun 2017 36,665 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 36,548 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 36,410 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2014 36,270 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 1 Jun 2013
Pass 23 Jun 2012 31,784 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 28,639 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2010 26,664 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2009 22,506 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2008 17,078 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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EF05 YMW is a 2005 BMW F Series in Silver with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 EF05 YMW, 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 EF05 YMW registered?

EF05 YMW is a 2005 BMW F Series, first registered on 29 June 2005.

Is EF05 YMW safe to buy?

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