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VK55 NLZ

2005 BMW F Series

Yellow Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2021
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

27,803 mi
Last recorded27,803 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2020
Typical for 2005 BMW F Series17,135 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK55 NLZ
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2005
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 15 Aug 2020 27,803 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2019 27,606 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2018 27,065 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2017 26,372 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 8 Aug 2016 22,019 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2015 18,128 miles

engine oil leak

Pass 20 Aug 2014 17,796 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 17,523 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2012 15,055 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2011 11,506 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2010 9,855 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 18 Sep 2009 7,190 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 7 Oct 2008 4,606 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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VK55 NLZ is a 2005 BMW F Series in Yellow with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 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 VK55 NLZ, 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 VK55 NLZ registered?

VK55 NLZ is a 2005 BMW F Series, first registered on 1 October 2005.

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