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LX05 XWT

2005 BMW F Series

Yellow Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2021
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

Typical for 2005 BMW F Series17,135 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX05 XWT
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2005
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2020
Pass 17 Apr 2019 35,611 miles

Rear brake reservoir fluid level getting low

gear lever slightly loose on splines

Pass 20 Apr 2018 35,241 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2018 35,234 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 6 Apr 2017 35,220 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 29 Mar 2016 32,511 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2016 32,511 miles

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

Pass 12 Mar 2015 27,327 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2015 27,327 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 3 Apr 2014 22,581 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2013 17,797 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 15,862 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 30 Jul 2011 15,311 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 23 Jun 2010 15,159 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 29 May 2009 14,729 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Jun 2008 11,804 miles

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

Fail 2 Jun 2008 11,804 miles

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a) DANGEROUS

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

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

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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LX05 XWT is a 2005 BMW F Series in Yellow with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 LX05 XWT, 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 LX05 XWT registered?

LX05 XWT is a 2005 BMW F Series, first registered on 2 April 2005.

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The MOT history for LX05 XWT shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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