MOT Status
ValidMileage
86,817 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS
Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))
Front Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)
How Reliable is the BMW F Series?
Based on 92,321 MOT tests across 8,598 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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VA05 MXU is a 2005 BMW F Series in Silver with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
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 VA05 MXU, 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 VA05 MXU registered?
VA05 MXU is a 2005 BMW F Series, first registered on 30 July 2005.
Is VA05 MXU safe to buy?
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