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RE05 LDX

2005 BMW F Series

Black Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2024
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

20,115 mi
Last recorded20,115 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2023
Typical for 2005 BMW F Series17,135 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE05 LDX
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2023 20,115 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2022 18,201 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2021 17,809 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2020 17,803 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Steering operation fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Drive chain so worn it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

handle bars bent or twisted

Pass 11 Apr 2019 17,194 miles

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

Pass 30 Jan 2018 13,524 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2017 13,071 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2016 12,748 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear drive chain needs oiling or greasing

Pass 10 Feb 2015 12,195 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2015 12,190 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 22 Mar 2013 10,770 miles

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

Fail 22 Mar 2013 10,770 miles

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Pass 28 Feb 2012 10,051 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 7,534 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2010 5,532 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2009 3,510 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 6 Feb 2008 896 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Nearside Front Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

Fail 6 Feb 2008 896 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Lower Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Nearside Front Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

Upper Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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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RE05 LDX is a 2005 BMW F Series in Black with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 RE05 LDX, 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 RE05 LDX registered?

RE05 LDX is a 2005 BMW F Series, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is RE05 LDX safe to buy?

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