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VE05 EOZ

2005 BMW F Series

Blue Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2025
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

38,482 mi
Last recorded38,482 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW F Series17,135 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE05 EOZ
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Fail 2 Jun 2026 38,482 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Oil leak

Pass 13 Apr 2024 36,425 miles

Lower minor oil leak from lower engine

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

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

Fail 13 Apr 2024 36,421 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

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

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

oil leak all over bottom of engine

Fail 11 Apr 2024 36,418 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

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

oil leak all over bottom of engine

Pass 1 Jun 2022 34,696 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 34,484 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2018 34,160 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 33,670 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 33,583 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 33,399 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 32,468 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 32,102 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2010 32,102 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 26 Jun 2009 31,256 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Fail 17 Jun 2009 31,169 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Jun 2008 28,172 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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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VE05 EOZ is a 2005 BMW F Series in Blue with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 VE05 EOZ, 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 VE05 EOZ registered?

VE05 EOZ is a 2005 BMW F Series, first registered on 10 June 2005.

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