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PJ55 ASU

2005 BMW F Series

Blue Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2025
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

17,682 mi
Last recorded17,682 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2024
Typical for 2005 BMW F Series17,135 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ55 ASU
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2024 17,682 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2023 17,512 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 27 Jul 2019 17,488 miles

Stop lamp not working Off front brke lever and brake pedal (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Jun 2018 17,399 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Fail 22 Jun 2018 17,399 miles

Front Tyre has ply or cord exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 1 Aug 2017 17,166 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 16,830 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 16,357 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2014 15,679 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2014 15,679 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Pass 29 Sep 2012 14,235 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 12 May 2011 13,495 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 4 May 2010 12,857 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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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PJ55 ASU is a 2005 BMW F Series in Blue with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 PJ55 ASU, 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 PJ55 ASU registered?

PJ55 ASU is a 2005 BMW F Series, first registered on 11 November 2005.

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