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MJ55 LFA

2005 BMW F Series

Black Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Sep 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

35,893 mi
Last recorded35,893 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW F Series17,135 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ55 LFA
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Fail 5 Aug 2026 35,893 miles

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre @ 2mm, replace soon (5.2.3 (e))

fuel cap seal starting to perish, monitor and replace soon.

Pass 3 Sep 2025 35,848 miles

Central Front Tyre getting low in tread, not enough for advisory but be aware

Pass 29 Jul 2024 33,543 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2023 31,397 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2022 30,123 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2021 29,812 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2020 29,188 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2017 29,184 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2016 28,006 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2015 27,004 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2014 24,712 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 14,367 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2011 10,019 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2010 7,183 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 9 Nov 2009 5,955 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2008 4,667 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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MJ55 LFA is a 2005 BMW F Series in Black with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 MJ55 LFA, 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 MJ55 LFA registered?

MJ55 LFA is a 2005 BMW F Series, first registered on 7 December 2005.

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