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RN54 HKC

2005 BMW F Series

Black Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 May 2027
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

4,719 mi
Last recorded4,719 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW F Series17,135 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRN54 HKC
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 4,719 miles
Pass 3 May 2025 842 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2024 23,082 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2023 22,940 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2022 22,936 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2021 22,928 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2020 22,706 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2019 22,441 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2019 22,441 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 27 Mar 2018 22,339 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2017 22,296 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2017 22,296 miles

Front Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

Pass 4 Mar 2016 22,123 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Fail 4 Mar 2016 22,123 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Rear Brake pedal insecure (3.1.2a)

Pass 5 Mar 2015 21,799 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 21,143 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2013 20,629 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2013 20,629 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 22 Mar 2012 20,176 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 18,462 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 12 Mar 2010 13,422 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 12 Mar 2010 13,422 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 12 Mar 2009 9,453 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Pass 12 Mar 2009 9,453 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Pass 18 Jan 2008 8,997 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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RN54 HKC is a 2005 BMW F Series in Black with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 RN54 HKC, 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 RN54 HKC registered?

RN54 HKC is a 2005 BMW F Series, first registered on 19 January 2005.

Is RN54 HKC safe to buy?

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