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AJ05 OJC

2005 BMW R Series

Grey Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Mar 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

52,546 mi
Last recorded52,546 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW R Series28,336 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ05 OJC
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2026 52,546 miles

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 27 Jan 2025 50,936 miles

Front Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 23 Jan 2025 50,921 miles

Rear Brake disc contaminated contaminated with oil (1.1.14 (b))

Rear Brake pad(s) contaminated contaminated with oil. (1.1.13 (b))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Front Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear oil leak from final drive, contamination the rear brake and tyre.

Pass 18 Nov 2023 47,002 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2021 45,481 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2019 45,458 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2016 45,026 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2015 39,649 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 28 Oct 2014 29,929 miles

Front caliper requires a service.

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 5 Jun 2013 23,658 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 21,716 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 26 Jun 2012 21,716 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 30 Jun 2011 21,281 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2010 20,903 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 28 Sep 2009 17,967 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2008 13,429 miles

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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AJ05 OJC is a 2005 BMW R Series in Grey with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 AJ05 OJC, 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 AJ05 OJC registered?

AJ05 OJC is a 2005 BMW R Series, first registered on 24 June 2005.

Is AJ05 OJC safe to buy?

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