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FV05 XRU

2005 BMW F Series

Silver Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Aug 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

39,611 mi
Last recorded39,611 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW F Series17,135 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV05 XRU
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2025 39,611 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2024 34,936 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2023 29,735 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2022 24,415 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2021 21,021 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 20,409 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2018 20,355 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 18,192 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 16,016 miles

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

Pass 18 Jul 2015 10,350 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2015 10,345 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 15 Jul 2014 10,199 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2014 10,199 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2013 9,111 miles
Fail 29 May 2013 9,107 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 20 Mar 2012 8,226 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2010 8,220 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 4 Aug 2008 8,218 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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FV05 XRU is a 2005 BMW F Series in Silver with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 FV05 XRU, 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 FV05 XRU registered?

FV05 XRU is a 2005 BMW F Series, first registered on 5 July 2005.

Is FV05 XRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV05 XRU shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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