CarVerify

Free Car Check

MA05 CGE

2005 BMW F Series

Black Petrol 652cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jul 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

1,245 mi
Last recorded1,245 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW F Series17,135 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA05 CGE
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2026 1,245 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2025 110 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2024 31,185 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2023 30,434 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2022 28,588 miles

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

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

chain in poor condition rusty

Pass 18 Mar 2021 28,115 miles

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

petrol filler cap seal starting to perish but not leaking

Fail 18 Mar 2021 28,115 miles

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

petrol filler cap seal starting to perish but not leaking

Pass 13 Mar 2020 27,064 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2019 24,950 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2018 21,293 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2017 16,988 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 16,253 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 14,865 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 14,747 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 13,824 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2011 12,134 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2011 12,134 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2010 9,477 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2009 8,212 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2009 8,212 miles

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

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

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

front tyre perished no cords exposed

Pass 11 Apr 2008 7,083 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
Full BMW F Series reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

MA05 CGE is a 2005 BMW F Series in Black with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 MA05 CGE, 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 MA05 CGE?

You can check the full history of MA05 CGE by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was MA05 CGE registered?

MA05 CGE is a 2005 BMW F Series, first registered on 17 March 2005.

Is MA05 CGE safe to buy?

The MOT history for MA05 CGE shows 21 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.

Does MA05 CGE have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on MA05 CGE. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.