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CE05 XPY

2005 BMW F Series

Silver Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

26,188 mi
Last recorded26,188 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW F Series17,135 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE05 XPY
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2025 26,188 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2024 25,329 miles

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

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

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

Fail 9 Jul 2024 25,329 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 4 Jul 2023 24,754 miles

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

Fail 4 Jul 2023 24,754 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Jul 2022 24,253 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Jul 2021 23,200 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2020 23,072 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2019 22,080 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018 21,209 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 19,427 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2016 17,478 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 15,062 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2014 8,104 miles

Rear Tyre Worn Close to Limit

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 11 Jul 2013
Pass 12 Jul 2012
Pass 9 Mar 2011 7,979 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 7,092 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2009 5,477 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2008 4,649 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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CE05 XPY is a 2005 BMW F Series in Silver with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 CE05 XPY, 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 CE05 XPY registered?

CE05 XPY is a 2005 BMW F Series, first registered on 18 March 2005.

Is CE05 XPY safe to buy?

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