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PN55 WCX

2005 BMW F Series

Blue Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

26,451 mi
Last recorded26,451 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW F Series17,135 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN55 WCX
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2026 26,451 miles
Pass 21 May 2025 25,891 miles
Pass 10 May 2024 24,283 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 31 May 2023 23,388 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust slightly loose at rear but likely to come loose (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 22 May 2023 23,365 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak fork seal leaking down leg to caliper (5.3.2 (b))

Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust slightly loose at rear but likely to come loose (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 May 2022 22,322 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2021 21,224 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 21,204 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2017 20,770 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2017 20,770 miles

Steering movement excessively rough with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 20 Sep 2015 17,675 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2014 14,208 miles

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

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 27 Aug 2013 10,931 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 25 Sep 2012 9,922 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2012 9,915 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2011 9,071 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2011 9,071 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 3 Sep 2010 8,141 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 7,072 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 6,335 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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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PN55 WCX is a 2005 BMW F Series in Blue with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 PN55 WCX, 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 PN55 WCX registered?

PN55 WCX is a 2005 BMW F Series, first registered on 2 September 2005.

Is PN55 WCX safe to buy?

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