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RE05 LRZ

2005 BMW F Series

Silver Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Dec 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

22,980 mi
Last recorded22,980 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW F Series17,135 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE05 LRZ
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2025 22,980 miles

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

Pass 27 Nov 2024 22,976 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2023 22,976 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2022 22,976 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2021 21,847 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2020 21,789 miles

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

Pass 29 Nov 2019 21,786 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2018 21,682 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2018 21,676 miles

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

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

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

Pass 23 May 2017 19,844 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 17,455 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2015 12,814 miles

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

Pass 4 Feb 2014 10,423 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2013 8,521 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2012 6,961 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2010 3,919 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2010 3,919 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 5 Mar 2010 3,430 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2007 3,392 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2006 2,506 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 LRZ is a 2005 BMW F Series in Silver with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 LRZ, 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 LRZ registered?

RE05 LRZ is a 2005 BMW F Series, first registered on 13 July 2005.

Is RE05 LRZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE05 LRZ shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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