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SW05 NUY

2005 BMW F Series

Black Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jul 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

36,181 mi
Last recorded36,181 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW F Series17,135 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW05 NUY
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 36,181 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2025 36,109 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2024 29,080 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2022 18,802 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2021 17,265 miles

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

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

Fail 10 Sep 2021 17,265 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

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

Pass 11 Sep 2020 14,648 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2019 13,579 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2018 11,049 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2017 10,336 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 9,749 miles

Centre Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Offside Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 14 Aug 2015 9,308 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 25 Jul 2014 9,019 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 8,663 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2013 8,546 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2012 7,711 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2010 7,378 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 30 Sep 2009 6,739 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 2 Oct 2008 4,956 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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SW05 NUY is a 2005 BMW F Series in Black with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 SW05 NUY, 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 SW05 NUY registered?

SW05 NUY is a 2005 BMW F Series, first registered on 26 July 2005.

Is SW05 NUY safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW05 NUY shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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