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PG05 MVK

2005 BMW F Series

Yellow Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

28,308 mi
Last recorded28,308 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW F Series17,135 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPG05 MVK
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2005
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 28,308 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2024 28,306 miles
Pass 23 May 2023 28,031 miles
Pass 18 May 2022 27,772 miles
Pass 12 May 2021 27,446 miles
Pass 18 May 2020 27,094 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 24 Apr 2019 25,985 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 23,941 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 23,316 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 22,610 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 21,623 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2014 20,775 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 18,445 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 19 Mar 2012 16,141 miles

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

Pass 11 Mar 2011 14,115 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2011 14,115 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 24 Mar 2010 12,481 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2009 12,481 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Rear Brake master cylinder has a seized master cylinder pivot. (3.2.B5)

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

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 9 Aug 2008 10,925 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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PG05 MVK is a 2005 BMW F Series in Yellow with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 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 PG05 MVK, 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 PG05 MVK registered?

PG05 MVK is a 2005 BMW F Series, first registered on 17 August 2005.

Is PG05 MVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for PG05 MVK shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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