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YR05 FHL

2005 BMW F Series

Silver Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jun 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

20,079 mi
Last recorded20,079 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW F Series17,135 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR05 FHL
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 10 Jun 2026 20,079 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2025 19,976 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jun 2024 19,948 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 25 May 2023 19,896 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2022 19,880 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2021 17,833 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2020 17,635 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2019 17,563 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2018 16,163 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 16,032 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 15,674 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 14,332 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 12,937 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 10,424 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 9,119 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2011 5,258 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 4,280 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 2,878 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 2,235 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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YR05 FHL is a 2005 BMW F Series in Silver with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 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 YR05 FHL, 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 YR05 FHL registered?

YR05 FHL is a 2005 BMW F Series, first registered on 1 April 2005.

Is YR05 FHL safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR05 FHL shows 19 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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