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FT05 AYE

2005 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

39,108 mi
Last recorded39,108 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW R Series28,336 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT05 AYE
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 39,108 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2025 37,220 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2023 37,120 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2022 36,021 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2021 32,980 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2020 32,806 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2019 30,003 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 16 Sep 2019 30,003 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Sep 2018 27,929 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 11 Sep 2018 27,929 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 26 Sep 2017 27,672 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2017 26,364 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Feb 2016 24,044 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2015 20,972 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2013 20,130 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 19,318 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 17,901 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2011 17,901 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2010 15,035 miles

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Pass 2 Jul 2009 11,002 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2009 10,977 miles

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Pass 4 Jul 2008 4,983 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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FT05 AYE is a 2005 BMW R Series in Red with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 FT05 AYE, 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 FT05 AYE registered?

FT05 AYE is a 2005 BMW R Series, first registered on 23 July 2005.

Is FT05 AYE safe to buy?

The MOT history for FT05 AYE shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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