CarVerify

Free Car Check

FL05 TXF

2005 BMW F Series

Yellow Petrol 652cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

11,293 mi
Last recorded11,293 miles
Recorded on23 May 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW F Series17,135 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL05 TXF
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2005
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 May 2025 11,293 miles
Pass 24 May 2024 11,193 miles

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 1 Jul 2017 11,125 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 11 Jun 2016 11,077 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 27 Jun 2015 10,923 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 10,555 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 9,941 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 8 Jun 2012 9,403 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2011 8,866 miles

Front Upper Front suspension assembly component loose (2.3.1)

Rear Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Pass 7 Jun 2011 8,866 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 8,354 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2010 8,323 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 27 Jun 2009 7,809 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Offside Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 17 Jul 2008 6,446 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2008 6,446 miles

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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
Full BMW F Series reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

FL05 TXF is a 2005 BMW F Series in Yellow with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 FL05 TXF, 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 FL05 TXF?

You can check the full history of FL05 TXF by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was FL05 TXF registered?

FL05 TXF is a 2005 BMW F Series, first registered on 9 June 2005.

Is FL05 TXF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL05 TXF shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FL05 TXF have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on FL05 TXF. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.