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YB05 UUW

2005 BMW F Series

Silver Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jul 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

21,617 mi
Last recorded21,617 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW F Series17,135 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB05 UUW
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2026 21,617 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2024 20,497 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2023 10,282 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2023 10,274 miles

Rear Shock absorber insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2022 7,349 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2021 3,226 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2020 2,336 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 2,336 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 2,332 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 2,186 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 2,003 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 1,772 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 1,552 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 1,435 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2010 1,264 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 1,085 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2008 1,067 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2008 1,057 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

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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YB05 UUW is a 2005 BMW F Series in Silver with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 YB05 UUW, 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 YB05 UUW registered?

YB05 UUW is a 2005 BMW F Series, first registered on 15 July 2005.

Is YB05 UUW safe to buy?

The MOT history for YB05 UUW shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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