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DST 130C

2005 BMW F Series

Black Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2023
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

38,106 mi
Last recorded38,106 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2022
Typical for 2005 BMW F Series17,135 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDST 130C
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2022 38,106 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2021 37,768 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2020 36,960 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 35,653 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 33,354 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 32,272 miles
Fail 12 May 2017 32,272 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 13 May 2016 31,180 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 29,524 miles
Fail 13 May 2015 29,524 miles

Chain guard insecure (6.2.1c)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 2 May 2014 23,634 miles
Fail 14 May 2013 21,361 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Pass 14 May 2013 21,361 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 17,147 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 29 Mar 2011 13,760 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2010 11,072 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2009 8,366 miles

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

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

Nail in rear tyre

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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DST 130C is a 2005 BMW F Series in Black with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 DST 130C, 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 DST 130C registered?

DST 130C is a 2005 BMW F Series, first registered on 11 November 2005.

Is DST 130C safe to buy?

The MOT history for DST 130C shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DST 130C have outstanding finance?

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