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ET05 UPS

2005 BMW F Series

Blue Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2017
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

32,112 mi
Last recorded32,112 miles
Recorded on20 May 2016
Typical for 2005 BMW F Series17,135 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationET05 UPS
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 May 2016 32,112 miles

Front and rear brakes slightly fluctuating.

Pass 17 Oct 2015 26,879 miles

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

Pass 4 Oct 2014 20,211 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2013 18,034 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Rear Upper Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 31 Aug 2013 17,505 miles

Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Rear Upper Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 1 Sep 2012 2,179 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 88,400 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2009 48,468 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Oct 2008 27,673 miles

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

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

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

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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ET05 UPS is a 2005 BMW F Series in Blue with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 ET05 UPS, 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 ET05 UPS registered?

ET05 UPS is a 2005 BMW F Series, first registered on 23 July 2005.

Is ET05 UPS safe to buy?

The MOT history for ET05 UPS shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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