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HJ05 KGF

2005 BMW F Series

Black Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jun 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

23,985 mi
Last recorded23,985 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW F Series17,135 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ05 KGF
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2026 23,985 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2025 23,352 miles

Rear tyre over 10 years old

Pass 28 May 2024 22,661 miles

Rear tyre 10 years old

slight oil leak / advise repair

Pass 21 Jun 2023 21,988 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2022 21,106 miles
Pass 21 May 2021 20,529 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2020 20,187 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2019 19,676 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit pad getting low (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 18 Jun 2018 18,949 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 17,632 miles

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

Pass 24 Feb 2016 15,557 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2014 14,171 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2013 13,395 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 12,875 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 12,190 miles

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

Fail 16 Sep 2011 12,190 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Sep 2010 11,329 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2009 10,294 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 8,391 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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HJ05 KGF is a 2005 BMW F Series in Black with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 HJ05 KGF, 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 HJ05 KGF registered?

HJ05 KGF is a 2005 BMW F Series, first registered on 8 March 2005.

Is HJ05 KGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for HJ05 KGF shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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