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A10 GWU

2005 BMW R Series

Grey Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

46,062 mi
Last recorded46,062 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW R Series28,336 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA10 GWU
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2025 46,062 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2024 42,624 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 20 Apr 2024 42,624 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 11 May 2023 41,483 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2022 41,356 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 6 Jul 2022 41,305 miles

Rear Brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Jul 2020 40,994 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 40,836 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2017 39,820 miles

oil light flickers on tick over

Pass 22 Jul 2016 38,950 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 37,193 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 33,691 miles
Fail 7 May 2014 33,689 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Apr 2013 28,572 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2011 26,495 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2010 15,105 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2010 13,419 miles

Nearside Front Lower Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 19 Jan 2010 13,419 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 10,525 miles

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

Fail 17 Jul 2008 10,525 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

How Reliable is the BMW R Series?

Based on 261,180 MOT tests across 25,486 vehicles.

91.2%
Pass Rate
1,463
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
25,486
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,440
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,086
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 603
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 553
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 532
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A10 GWU is a 2005 BMW R Series in Grey with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2005 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.2% with a typical mileage of 28,336 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 R Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,440 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A10 GWU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R Series typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 21 years old, this BMW R Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A10 GWU registered?

A10 GWU is a 2005 BMW R Series, first registered on 30 July 2005.

Is A10 GWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for A10 GWU shows 20 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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