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OU05 SKJ

2005 BMW F Series

Grey Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

10,754 mi
Last recorded10,754 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW F Series17,135 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU05 SKJ
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2025 10,754 miles
Pass 31 May 2024 10,624 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2023 10,583 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2022 10,412 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2021 9,317 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2020 9,175 miles

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 16 Jul 2019 6,745 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 5,935 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 5,565 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 5,151 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 4,919 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 4,743 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 4,501 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 3,677 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 16 Jun 2011 3,072 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 2,266 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2009 1,400 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 16 Jul 2008 8 miles

no number plate fitted

Fail 11 Jul 2008 8 miles

All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

no number plate fitted

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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OU05 SKJ is a 2005 BMW F Series in Grey with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 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 OU05 SKJ, 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 OU05 SKJ registered?

OU05 SKJ is a 2005 BMW F Series, first registered on 31 December 2005.

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The MOT history for OU05 SKJ shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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