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EX05 LFK

2005 BMW F Series

Blue Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Nov 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

6 mi
Last recorded6 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW F Series17,135 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX05 LFK
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc
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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2025 6 miles

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

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Jun 2024
Pass 27 Jun 2023
Pass 8 Jun 2022
Pass 23 Jun 2021
Pass 17 Mar 2018 54,758 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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

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

Fail 17 Mar 2018 54,758 miles

Front Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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

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

Pass 17 Mar 2017 54,715 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 54,697 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 27 Oct 2014 53,139 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2010 42,170 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2009 37,842 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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EX05 LFK is a 2005 BMW F Series in Blue with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 EX05 LFK, 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 EX05 LFK registered?

EX05 LFK is a 2005 BMW F Series, first registered on 12 March 2005.

Is EX05 LFK safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX05 LFK shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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