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LC05 LCT

2005 BMW F Series

Silver Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2022
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

22,588 mi
Last recorded22,588 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2021
Typical for 2005 BMW F Series17,135 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC05 LCT
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2021 22,588 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Jun 2019 22,588 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Nov 2017 21,754 miles

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

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

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

Pass 4 Jul 2016 20,627 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jun 2015 20,347 miles

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

Fail 1 Jun 2015 20,344 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

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

Pass 30 May 2014 19,870 miles

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

Fail 29 May 2014 19,870 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 11 Mar 2013 19,205 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 17,112 miles

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

Fail 15 Mar 2012 17,112 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Mar 2011 15,493 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 10 Mar 2010 13,607 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 10,336 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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LC05 LCT is a 2005 BMW F Series in Silver with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 LC05 LCT, 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 LC05 LCT registered?

LC05 LCT is a 2005 BMW F Series, first registered on 16 June 2005.

Is LC05 LCT safe to buy?

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