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EK05 LKA

2005 BMW F Series

Silver Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jul 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

47,036 mi
Last recorded47,036 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW F Series17,135 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK05 LKA
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 21 Jul 2025 47,036 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2024 46,179 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jul 2023 45,365 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2022 43,880 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2021 41,686 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2020 39,723 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 39,711 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 39,608 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2011 39,431 miles

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

rear fairing damaged

Pass 1 Apr 2009 39,130 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 32,071 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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EK05 LKA is a 2005 BMW F Series in Silver with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 EK05 LKA, 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

How do I check the history of EK05 LKA?

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What year was EK05 LKA registered?

EK05 LKA is a 2005 BMW F Series, first registered on 8 April 2005.

Is EK05 LKA safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK05 LKA shows 11 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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