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RN05 ONC

2005 BMW F Series

Blue Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Aug 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

44,697 mi
Last recorded44,697 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW F Series17,135 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRN05 ONC
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2026 44,697 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 10 Jun 2025 43,141 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 5 Jan 2024 43,118 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2022 42,726 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2021 42,067 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 21 May 2020 42,043 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2018 32,192 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 30,972 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2016 30,100 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2016 30,100 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Pass 20 Apr 2015 29,484 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2013 28,310 miles

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

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

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

Pass 6 Oct 2012 22,908 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 6 Oct 2012 22,908 miles

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

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 7 May 2011 21,875 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 18 Apr 2011 21,873 miles

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

Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 4 Mar 2010 16,973 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2008 12,377 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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RN05 ONC is a 2005 BMW F Series in Blue with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 RN05 ONC, 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 RN05 ONC registered?

RN05 ONC is a 2005 BMW F Series, first registered on 9 August 2005.

Is RN05 ONC safe to buy?

The MOT history for RN05 ONC shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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