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PL05 LCU

2005 BMW F Series

Yellow Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jul 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

24,064 mi
Last recorded24,064 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW F Series17,135 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL05 LCU
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2005
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc
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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2025 24,064 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2024 23,051 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2023 22,582 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2022 22,496 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2021 22,076 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2020 21,809 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2019 21,411 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 11 Jul 2018 20,387 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 19,454 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 17,921 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 16,157 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 14,771 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 13,616 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 12,473 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 11,051 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 9 Jul 2010 9,699 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2009 8,008 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2009 7,980 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 8 Jul 2008 6,411 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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PL05 LCU 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 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 PL05 LCU, 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 PL05 LCU registered?

PL05 LCU is a 2005 BMW F Series, first registered on 5 July 2005.

Is PL05 LCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for PL05 LCU 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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