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YM55 UOK

2005 BMW F Series

Blue Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

79,786 mi
Last recorded79,786 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW F Series17,135 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYM55 UOK
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2026 79,786 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2026 79,786 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 13 Feb 2025 75,052 miles

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

Fail 8 Feb 2025 74,967 miles

Nearside Front Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 26 Jan 2024 68,376 miles

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

Pass 7 Feb 2023 62,393 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 10 Feb 2022 55,091 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2021 49,295 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2019 43,609 miles

Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit Front/Rear (1.1.13 (a))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 22 Jun 2019 43,609 miles

Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit Front/Rear (1.1.13 (a))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Jun 2018 37,159 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2017 30,431 miles

Front tyre perished

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

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

Pass 21 Jun 2016 24,411 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2016 24,411 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 14 May 2015 21,779 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2014 19,877 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2011 15,096 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2010 14,350 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2009 13,339 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2008 5,717 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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YM55 UOK is a 2005 BMW F Series in Blue with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YM55 UOK, 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 YM55 UOK registered?

YM55 UOK is a 2005 BMW F Series, first registered on 1 October 2005.

Is YM55 UOK safe to buy?

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