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YC05 HSN

2005 BMW F Series

Silver Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Mar 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

32,415 mi
Last recorded32,415 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW F Series17,135 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC05 HSN
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2026 32,415 miles

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 30 Sep 2024 32,413 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2023 32,076 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 7 Oct 2022 31,736 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

engine has slight oil leak

Pass 8 Oct 2021 31,415 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

slight oil leak on engine

Pass 5 Oct 2020 30,937 miles

Nearside Clutch lever incorrectly positioned (6.2.7 (b))

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

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 2 Apr 2019 30,308 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 29,216 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 25 Mar 2017 28,030 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 27,362 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 26,311 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2014 23,810 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2013 22,355 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 20,824 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 19,783 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 17 May 2011 19,783 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 21 May 2010 18,640 miles
Fail 21 May 2010 18,640 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2009 18,557 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2009 18,557 miles

Front Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 15 Apr 2008 16,468 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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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YC05 HSN is a 2005 BMW F Series in Silver with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 YC05 HSN, 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 YC05 HSN registered?

YC05 HSN is a 2005 BMW F Series, first registered on 27 April 2005.

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The MOT history for YC05 HSN shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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