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PF05 WJX

2005 BMW F Series

Black Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2023
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

30,857 mi
Last recorded30,857 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2022
Typical for 2005 BMW F Series17,135 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPF05 WJX
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2022 30,857 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2022 30,846 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Mar 2021 26,970 miles

Nearside Rear indicator slightly loose

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 14 May 2019 26,442 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 19 Apr 2018 25,281 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2017 23,338 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. fork stanchion pitted (2.3.1)

Pass 11 Mar 2016 22,758 miles

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

Fail 8 Mar 2016 22,595 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

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

Pass 17 Mar 2015 22,159 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 17 Mar 2015 22,159 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 20 Mar 2014 21,145 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2014 21,145 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 31 Jan 2013 19,023 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 16,304 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 2 Jun 2010 14,440 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 12,604 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 10,105 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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PF05 WJX is a 2005 BMW F Series in Black with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 PF05 WJX, 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.

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What year was PF05 WJX registered?

PF05 WJX is a 2005 BMW F Series, first registered on 16 June 2005.

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