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RV05 DFC

2005 BMW F Series

Silver Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

Typical for 2005 BMW F Series17,135 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV05 DFC
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 May 2026
Pass 15 May 2025 10,668 miles
Pass 4 May 2023 10,522 miles

rear tyre tread low in centre

Pass 14 Sep 2019 9,001 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2018 7,903 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2017 6,259 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Jul 2012 6,141 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2012 6,141 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 1 Jul 2011 5,778 miles

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

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Fail 1 Jul 2011 5,778 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Pass 30 Jun 2010 5,272 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2008 3,623 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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RV05 DFC is a 2005 BMW F Series in Silver with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 RV05 DFC, 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 RV05 DFC registered?

RV05 DFC is a 2005 BMW F Series, first registered on 27 May 2005.

Is RV05 DFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV05 DFC shows 12 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.

Does RV05 DFC have outstanding finance?

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