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DA05 KAR

2005 BMW F Series

Blue Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

27,198 mi
Last recorded27,198 miles
Recorded on15 May 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW F Series17,135 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA05 KAR
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 May 2025 27,198 miles
Pass 14 May 2024 19,129 miles
Pass 5 May 2023 17,462 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2022 16,825 miles

front tyre perished.

Fail 25 Mar 2022 16,822 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

front tyre perished

Pass 23 Mar 2021 16,646 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2016 15,225 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 28 Sep 2015 12,133 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2014 9,277 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2013 7,322 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 5,759 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 11 Sep 2012 5,759 miles

Brake component damaged and seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1) DANGEROUS

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 27 May 2011 5,379 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 4,910 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 4,840 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 4,663 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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DA05 KAR is a 2005 BMW F Series in Blue with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 DA05 KAR, 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 DA05 KAR registered?

DA05 KAR is a 2005 BMW F Series, first registered on 4 March 2005.

Is DA05 KAR safe to buy?

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