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EJ54 EVT

2005 BMW F Series

Blue Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jul 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

57,254 mi
Last recorded57,254 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW F Series17,135 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ54 EVT
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2026 57,254 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Top engine mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Suspension component has wear or play, but not to excess Swingarm (5.3.3 (d))

Pass 4 Jul 2025 57,114 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2024 56,987 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Lower Engine mounting/bracket bracket damaged but not to excess Lower cradle bolt fractured but resulting in no movement (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Rear Lower Suspension component has wear or play, but not to excess Linkage & swingarm lower bushes (5.3.3 (d))

Pass 6 Apr 2023 56,692 miles

Rear Upper Suspension component has wear or play, but not to excess Rear suspension linkage bushes (5.3.3 (d))

Pass 24 May 2022 56,559 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Sep 2020 56,231 miles

Front Wheel damaged but not to excess slightly out of true but within tolerance (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim flat in rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Rear tyre has slight sings of cracking between tread not considered excessive

Pass 9 Aug 2019 54,739 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2019 54,720 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Apr 2017 52,076 miles

Front Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Fail 24 Mar 2017 52,076 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Front Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 4 Mar 2016 37,391 miles

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 4 Mar 2016 37,391 miles

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 16 May 2015 35,104 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2014 34,702 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2013 34,322 miles

Motorcycle structure insecure and likely to affect the correct functioning of the steering or braking (6.1.1c)

Pass 30 Apr 2013 34,322 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2012 34,159 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 14 Sep 2011 29,750 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 14 Sep 2011 29,750 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 25 Sep 2010 27,806 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 22 Sep 2010 27,806 miles

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

rear sub frame lower bolts missing

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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EJ54 EVT is a 2005 BMW F Series in Blue with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 EJ54 EVT, 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.

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What year was EJ54 EVT registered?

EJ54 EVT is a 2005 BMW F Series, first registered on 15 January 2005.

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