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YG55 YGO

2005 BMW F Series

Black Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2025
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

56,122 mi
Last recorded56,122 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2024
Typical for 2005 BMW F Series17,135 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG55 YGO
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2024 56,122 miles
Pass 20 May 2023 53,047 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2018 53,020 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 20 Jun 2018 52,989 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Apr 2017 52,790 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2017 52,790 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 5 Apr 2016 52,315 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 8 Apr 2015 51,468 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 50,398 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 47,806 miles

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

Fail 8 Apr 2013 47,806 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 5 Apr 2012 46,364 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2012 46,364 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 28 Mar 2011 38,746 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jan 2010 32,282 miles

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

Pass 3 Dec 2008 27,117 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 YGO is a 2005 BMW F Series in Black with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YG55 YGO, 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 YGO registered?

YG55 YGO is a 2005 BMW F Series, first registered on 28 September 2005.

Is YG55 YGO safe to buy?

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