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SH05 NJZ

2005 BMW F Series

Silver Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2026
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

22,649 mi
Last recorded22,649 miles
Recorded on14 May 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW F Series17,135 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH05 NJZ
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 14 May 2025 22,649 miles
Pass 29 May 2024 22,441 miles

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

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

fuel cap seal slight perished.

Pass 26 May 2023 22,081 miles
Pass 16 May 2022 21,788 miles
Pass 26 May 2021 20,972 miles
Pass 30 May 2020 20,241 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 19,639 miles
Pass 25 May 2018 17,186 miles

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

Pass 5 May 2017 15,447 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 13,709 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 12,641 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 11,335 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 9,894 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 9,380 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2011 8,441 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Dec 2009 5,478 miles

Offside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

Pass 17 Dec 2008 1,126 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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SH05 NJZ is a 2005 BMW F Series in Silver with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 SH05 NJZ, 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 SH05 NJZ registered?

SH05 NJZ is a 2005 BMW F Series, first registered on 3 June 2005.

Is SH05 NJZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH05 NJZ shows 17 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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