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BM05 MOW

2005 BMW R Series

Grey Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2015
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

42,756 mi
Last recorded42,756 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2014
Typical for 2005 BMW R Series28,336 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBM05 MOW
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 4 Feb 2014 42,756 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 41,188 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2011 38,205 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2010 34,170 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2009 26,610 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

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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BM05 MOW is a 2005 BMW R Series in Grey with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BM05 MOW, 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 BM05 MOW registered?

BM05 MOW is a 2005 BMW R Series, first registered on 22 July 2005.

Is BM05 MOW safe to buy?

The MOT history for BM05 MOW shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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