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YG55 BGU

2005 BMW F Series

Blue Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 May 2027
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

17,953 mi
Last recorded17,953 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW F Series17,135 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG55 BGU
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 18 Apr 2026 17,953 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 28 Apr 2025 17,245 miles
Pass 4 May 2024 16,878 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2023 16,129 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2022 13,356 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2021 12,458 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2019 11,569 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2017 7,909 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2016 7,804 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2015 7,634 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2014 7,540 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2013 7,463 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 7,313 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2011

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 18 Sep 2010 5,269 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2009 5,095 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 3,383 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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YG55 BGU is a 2005 BMW F Series in Blue with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 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 YG55 BGU, 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 YG55 BGU registered?

YG55 BGU is a 2005 BMW F Series, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is YG55 BGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YG55 BGU shows 17 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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