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NM05 DUV

2005 BMW F Series

Yellow Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Mar 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

13,838 mi
Last recorded13,838 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW F Series17,135 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNM05 DUV
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2005
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2026 13,838 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2024 12,914 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2023 11,521 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2023 11,521 miles

Central Front Upper Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Central Front Upper Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Jan 2023 11,389 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2023 11,389 miles

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Aug 2021 8,882 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2020 8,853 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2019 8,558 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2018 8,543 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2017 8,537 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 8,488 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 8,455 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2015 8,455 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 10 Apr 2014 8,426 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2013 8,345 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2011 7,787 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 15 Sep 2011 7,787 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2010 7,462 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 7,350 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2008 6,434 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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NM05 DUV is a 2005 BMW F Series in Yellow with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 NM05 DUV, 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 NM05 DUV registered?

NM05 DUV is a 2005 BMW F Series, first registered on 25 July 2005.

Is NM05 DUV safe to buy?

The MOT history for NM05 DUV shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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