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LB05 BFO

2005 BMW F Series

Blue Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jun 2027
Tests26 (18 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

94,077 mi
Last recorded94,077 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW F Series17,135 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB05 BFO
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

18 pass 8 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 94,077 miles

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

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

Fail 18 Jun 2026 94,077 miles

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

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Feb 2025 82,244 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2024 78,022 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2023 77,049 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2022 76,182 miles

Central Rear Lower Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 25 Feb 2021 75,171 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 72,880 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2019 72,872 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Handlebar fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected speed increases on lock to lock test (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 24 Apr 2018 72,062 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 70,492 miles

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 28 Apr 2016 69,770 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2016 69,759 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2015 69,285 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 65,363 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2014 65,363 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 17 May 2013 52,197 miles

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 17 May 2013 52,197 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 23 May 2012 40,264 miles

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

Fail 23 May 2012 40,264 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

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

Pass 28 Apr 2011 27,063 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 28 Apr 2011 27,063 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 1 May 2010 17,098 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 14,304 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2009 14,304 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 5 Jun 2008 10,740 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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LB05 BFO is a 2005 BMW F Series in Blue with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 LB05 BFO, 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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LB05 BFO is a 2005 BMW F Series, first registered on 16 June 2005.

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