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FE55 UNS

2005 BMW F Series

Silver Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Dec 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

32,012 mi
Last recorded32,012 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW F Series17,135 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE55 UNS
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2025 32,012 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2025 31,973 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Chain guard slightly loose (6.1.7 (i))

Pass 26 Nov 2024 31,185 miles

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

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

Fail 13 Nov 2024 31,185 miles

Front Position lamp missing (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 15 Jun 2023 29,922 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2021 29,838 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2020 29,813 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2020 29,813 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated with oil (1.1.13 (b))

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))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

brake fluid very dirty

Pass 8 Jul 2019 29,631 miles

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

Pass 5 Jul 2018 27,709 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 23,950 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 18,231 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 18,097 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 17,039 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 16,345 miles

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

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 22 Apr 2013 14,953 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 12,801 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 9,831 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 29 Mar 2010 6,953 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 5,565 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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FE55 UNS 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 85%.

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 FE55 UNS, 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 FE55 UNS registered?

FE55 UNS is a 2005 BMW F Series, first registered on 17 December 2005.

Is FE55 UNS safe to buy?

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