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AJ05 YAR

2005 BMW F Series

Blue Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jun 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

17,589 mi
Last recorded17,589 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW F Series17,135 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ05 YAR
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2026 17,589 miles

Nearside Front Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Offside Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 12 May 2025 16,742 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 6 Apr 2022 16,173 miles

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

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

Fail 6 Apr 2022 16,173 miles

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

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

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Mar 2021 16,166 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2020 16,019 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2019 15,983 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy Road tested - No noticeable handling problem. (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 6 Apr 2019 15,983 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy Road tested - No noticeable handling problem. (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 14 Apr 2018 15,358 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2017 12,587 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 11,596 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 11,138 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2013 10,861 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2013 10,861 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 26 May 2012 9,180 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 8,002 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 7,007 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 4,968 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2008 3,649 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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AJ05 YAR is a 2005 BMW F Series in Blue with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 AJ05 YAR, 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.

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What year was AJ05 YAR registered?

AJ05 YAR is a 2005 BMW F Series, first registered on 15 July 2005.

Is AJ05 YAR safe to buy?

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