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PJ05 CFV

2005 BMW F Series

Black Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

47,415 mi
Last recorded47,415 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW F Series17,135 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ05 CFV
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2025 47,415 miles

Headlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all main beam headlamps wired wrong way round (4.1.3 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake fluid below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Pass 10 Feb 2024 47,043 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Suspension ball joint worn, but not excessively link arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

high low beam wrong way round

Pass 1 Apr 2021 46,030 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2020 45,701 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 45,630 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 45,208 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 45,034 miles
Fail 10 May 2016 45,034 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 25 Apr 2015 44,639 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2014 39,437 miles

Cant see the brake fluid level on the front brakes

Fuel cap seal starting to perish

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 4 Jan 2013 37,156 miles

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 25 Jan 2012 33,935 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2011 30,254 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2010 23,595 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2009 14,722 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2008 6,616 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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PJ05 CFV is a 2005 BMW F Series in Black with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 PJ05 CFV, 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 PJ05 CFV registered?

PJ05 CFV is a 2005 BMW F Series, first registered on 23 April 2005.

Is PJ05 CFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for PJ05 CFV shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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