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OE05 CWU

2005 BMW F Series

Blue Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Sep 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

36,326 mi
Last recorded36,326 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW F Series17,135 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE05 CWU
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2025 36,326 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2024 36,286 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2023 36,249 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2022 35,982 miles

lower head stock bearing slight play

Pass 28 Aug 2021 35,892 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2020 35,852 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2019 35,782 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2018 35,640 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 34,849 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 34,761 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2015 34,296 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 33,789 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))

Fail 2 Jun 2014 33,789 miles

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

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

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 20 Feb 2013 30,801 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2011 29,642 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2010 26,791 miles

front brake pads worn

Pass 12 Oct 2009 23,667 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2008 19,596 miles

fr tyre getting low

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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OE05 CWU is a 2005 BMW F Series in Blue with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 OE05 CWU, 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 OE05 CWU registered?

OE05 CWU is a 2005 BMW F Series, first registered on 1 June 2005.

Is OE05 CWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for OE05 CWU shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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