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CF55 OPS

2005 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Sep 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

36,582 mi
Last recorded36,582 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW R Series28,336 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCF55 OPS
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2025 36,582 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced All (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2024 34,958 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 12 Jun 2024 34,958 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake servo inoperative (1.1.10 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Brake binding but not excessively front and rear (1.2.1 (f))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 5 Oct 2022 33,731 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2022 33,731 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 24 May 2018 32,225 miles
Fail 18 May 2018 32,225 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 18 Mar 2016 31,326 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2014 29,765 miles

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

Pass 10 Apr 2013 25,442 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2012 22,989 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2011 21,323 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2010 17,354 miles

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

Pass 24 Jan 2009 13,032 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(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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CF55 OPS is a 2005 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 CF55 OPS, 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 CF55 OPS registered?

CF55 OPS is a 2005 BMW R Series, first registered on 30 December 2005.

Is CF55 OPS safe to buy?

The MOT history for CF55 OPS shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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