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LC55 GZJ

2005 BMW F Series

Silver Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

17,639 mi
Last recorded17,639 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW F Series17,135 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC55 GZJ
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2017 17,639 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 15,445 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 12,947 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 4 Sep 2014 10,220 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 7,844 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2012 7,161 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

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

Pass 25 Sep 2012 7,161 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2011 5,746 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 9 Sep 2011 5,746 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

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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LC55 GZJ is a 2005 BMW F Series in Silver with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 LC55 GZJ, 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 LC55 GZJ registered?

LC55 GZJ is a 2005 BMW F Series, first registered on 30 December 2005.

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The MOT history for LC55 GZJ shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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