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RE05 LJK

2005 BMW F Series

Black Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2021
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

15,331 mi
Last recorded15,331 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2020
Typical for 2005 BMW F Series17,135 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE05 LJK
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2020 15,331 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 4 Mar 2019 15,328 miles

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

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

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

Pass 15 Mar 2018 15,246 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 14,655 miles

nail in front tyre

Fail 21 Mar 2017 14,655 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

nail in front tyre

Pass 21 Mar 2016 13,770 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2016 13,770 miles

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 23 Mar 2015 13,015 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Feb 2014 12,129 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Feb 2013 11,241 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2012 10,831 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2011 10,224 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 10,123 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2009 9,792 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2009 9,792 miles

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 25 Feb 2008 9,095 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2008 9,007 miles

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

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))

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (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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RE05 LJK is a 2005 BMW F Series in Black with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 LJK, 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 LJK registered?

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

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