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KN55 YLX

2005 BMW F Series

Green Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2024
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

26,566 mi
Last recorded26,566 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2023
Typical for 2005 BMW F Series17,135 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN55 YLX
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2023 26,566 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2023 26,426 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2022 26,300 miles

Rear Brake linkage worn, but not excessively pedal free play (1.1.15 (b))

Pass 21 Jul 2020 25,738 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 21,722 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2017 18,151 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2017 18,151 miles

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

Pass 3 Nov 2016 13,623 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2016 13,623 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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

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

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

nail in rear tyre

Pass 16 Nov 2015 10,235 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2014 8,939 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2013 8,811 miles

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

Pass 1 Jul 2013 8,811 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2012 8,773 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2011 7,815 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2010 6,689 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2009 4,513 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 10 Jul 2009 4,513 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 4,500 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2008 4,427 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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KN55 YLX is a 2005 BMW F Series in Green with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 KN55 YLX, 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 KN55 YLX registered?

KN55 YLX is a 2005 BMW F Series, first registered on 31 October 2005.

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