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RE05 LHW

2005 BMW F Series

Blue Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

25,571 mi
Last recorded25,571 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW F Series17,135 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE05 LHW
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2025 25,571 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2025 25,561 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 26 Jan 2024 24,804 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 26 Jan 2023 15,112 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2017 15,112 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 15,112 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 18 Sep 2014 14,951 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

small cuts to rear tyre treads.

Pass 19 Sep 2013 14,672 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 13,892 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 12 Sep 2011 12,266 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 27 Sep 2010 10,720 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2009 9,275 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2008 8,362 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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RE05 LHW 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 92.3%.

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 RE05 LHW, 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 RE05 LHW registered?

RE05 LHW is a 2005 BMW F Series, first registered on 6 April 2005.

Is RE05 LHW safe to buy?

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