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ET05 UPR

2005 BMW F Series

Black Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

40,399 mi
Last recorded40,399 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW F Series17,135 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationET05 UPR
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 40,399 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2023 39,825 miles

Front Front Tyre has Sidewall Cracks

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

Pass 3 Feb 2022 38,417 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2022 38,417 miles

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Oct 2020 37,680 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2019 37,483 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2018 36,944 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2017 30,899 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2016 28,543 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))

Pass 12 Aug 2015 28,537 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))

Fail 12 Aug 2015 28,537 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.6)

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

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

Pass 30 Jul 2014 28,278 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 28,207 miles

Front tyre is starting to perish on the side walls and it's wearing un-evenly!!

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

Pass 14 Aug 2012 28,134 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 9 Aug 2011 28,046 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 29 Jul 2010 27,641 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2010 27,592 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 31 Jul 2009 21,973 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 26 Jul 2008 17,335 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2008 17,335 miles

Rear Brake component worn and seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

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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ET05 UPR is a 2005 BMW F Series in Black with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 ET05 UPR, 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 ET05 UPR registered?

ET05 UPR is a 2005 BMW F Series, first registered on 10 August 2005.

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