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LC55 OPW

2005 BMW F Series

Blue Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2013
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

18,250 mi
Last recorded18,250 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2012
Typical for 2005 BMW F Series17,135 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC55 OPW
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2012 18,250 miles

Oil leak

Fail 18 Jan 2012 18,250 miles

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

Oil leak

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

Pass 20 Dec 2010 16,248 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 15 Dec 2009 15,291 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2008 12,939 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 11 Dec 2008 12,907 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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 OPW is a 2005 BMW F Series in Blue with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 OPW, 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

How do I check the history of LC55 OPW?

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What year was LC55 OPW registered?

LC55 OPW is a 2005 BMW F Series, first registered on 10 December 2005.

Is LC55 OPW safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC55 OPW shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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