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AK55 NVP

2005 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

52,104 mi
Last recorded52,104 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW R Series28,336 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK55 NVP
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 52,104 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2026 52,094 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Apr 2025 48,786 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2025 48,786 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Apr 2024 47,011 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2023 44,994 miles

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

Pass 2 Oct 2021 42,205 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2020 41,732 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2019 35,439 miles

wind deflectors catching screen on turn

Pass 7 Apr 2018 32,710 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2017 29,492 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Mar 2016 26,625 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2014 23,900 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2013 20,601 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2012 13,707 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2011 8,981 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 19 Mar 2011 8,981 miles

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

Pass 30 Jan 2010 3,977 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2008 1,664 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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AK55 NVP is a 2005 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 AK55 NVP, 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 AK55 NVP registered?

AK55 NVP is a 2005 BMW R Series, first registered on 17 October 2005.

Is AK55 NVP safe to buy?

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