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YM05 NVT

2005 BMW F Series

Black Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jul 2027
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

12,357 mi
Last recorded12,357 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW F Series17,135 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYM05 NVT
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2026 12,357 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2026 12,357 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 14 Jul 2025 9,165 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Fail 30 Jun 2025 9,149 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cord exposed sidewall cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 11 Jun 2024 7,097 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

front tyre perished.

front tyre underinflated.

Fail 6 Jun 2024 7,097 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))

Steering operation restricted in free movement from lock to lock (2.1.4 (c))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

front tyre perished.

front tyre underinflated.

Pass 3 May 2023 7,037 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

front tyre slightly perished.

Fail 3 May 2023 7,029 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Steering operation restricted in free movement from lock to lock hand gaurds fouling on screen. (2.1.4 (c))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

front tyre slightly perished.

Pass 25 Apr 2022 6,997 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2021 6,873 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

front tyre both side walls has slight cracking but not deep enough to reach ply or cords

Pass 31 May 2019 6,721 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 22 May 2019 6,705 miles

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 8 May 2018 6,373 miles
Fail 2 May 2018 6,373 miles

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

Tyre has ply or cord exposed front side walls (4.1.2a(iii)

Pass 27 Apr 2017 6,169 miles

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

Pass 8 Oct 2015 5,585 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2014 5,153 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2013 4,670 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2013 4,658 miles

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

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 19 Sep 2012 806 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2011 791 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2010 785 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 770 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 765 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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YM05 NVT is a 2005 BMW F Series in Black with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

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 YM05 NVT, 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 YM05 NVT registered?

YM05 NVT is a 2005 BMW F Series, first registered on 6 August 2005.

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