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CA05 LXM

2005 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Nov 2026
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

39,223 mi
Last recorded39,223 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW R Series28,336 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA05 LXM
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 28 Nov 2025 39,223 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2024 38,042 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2023 36,523 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2021 36,315 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2020 35,506 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2019 34,720 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2018 34,127 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2017 33,212 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2016 32,919 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2015 29,039 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2014 23,750 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 21,157 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 16,564 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 13,528 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 12,080 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 10,343 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 8,425 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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CA05 LXM is a 2005 BMW R Series in Red with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 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 CA05 LXM, 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

How do I check the history of CA05 LXM?

You can check the full history of CA05 LXM by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was CA05 LXM registered?

CA05 LXM is a 2005 BMW R Series, first registered on 10 June 2005.

Is CA05 LXM safe to buy?

The MOT history for CA05 LXM shows 17 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CA05 LXM have outstanding finance?

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