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BM04 WOM

2005 BMW R Series

Yellow Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Apr 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

54,978 mi
Last recorded54,978 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW R Series28,336 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBM04 WOM
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2005
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2026 54,978 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2024 54,249 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2023 53,752 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2022 51,192 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2022 51,192 miles

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Jul 2021 46,173 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2020 44,658 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2019 43,875 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2018 40,981 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2017 38,693 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 36,857 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2015 35,227 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 33,943 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 31,324 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 22,698 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 16,953 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 15,696 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2009 14,552 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2008 10,292 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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BM04 WOM is a 2005 BMW R Series in Yellow with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 BM04 WOM, 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 BM04 WOM registered?

BM04 WOM is a 2005 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is BM04 WOM safe to buy?

The MOT history for BM04 WOM 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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