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FE55 UOB

2005 BMW F Series

Black Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2014
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

16,770 mi
Last recorded16,770 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2013
Typical for 2005 BMW F Series17,135 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE55 UOB
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2013 16,770 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2013 16,770 miles

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

Fail 10 Dec 2012 15,520 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 10 Dec 2012 15,520 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2011 13,660 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2010 10,456 miles

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

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

Fail 6 Dec 2010 10,452 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Indicator switch defective (1.5.4)

Registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

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

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

Pass 10 Dec 2009 8,475 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2008 7,248 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2008 7,207 miles

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

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

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 UOB is a 2005 BMW F Series in Black with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 UOB, 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 UOB registered?

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

Is FE55 UOB safe to buy?

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