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LG05 UGR

2005 BMW F Series

White Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Oct 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

34,000 mi
Last recorded34,000 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW F Series17,135 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG05 UGR
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2025 34,000 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2024 32,159 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2023 29,550 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2022 27,000 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2021

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 10 Sep 2020 87 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2019
Pass 28 Mar 2018
Pass 13 Oct 2016
Fail 12 Oct 2016 22,001 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 26 Oct 2015 21,381 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2014 20,209 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2008 19,415 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2008 19,415 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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LG05 UGR is a 2005 BMW F Series in White with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 LG05 UGR, 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 LG05 UGR?

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What year was LG05 UGR registered?

LG05 UGR is a 2005 BMW F Series, first registered on 7 March 2005.

Is LG05 UGR safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG05 UGR shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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