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FT05 AYG

2005 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jan 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

49,334 mi
Last recorded49,334 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW R Series28,336 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT05 AYG
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2026 49,334 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Jan 2025 49,169 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Jan 2024 48,953 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2022 48,676 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2021 48,670 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2020 48,457 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 23 Jun 2020 48,457 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 3 May 2019 47,983 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2018 47,840 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2016 47,212 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 45,633 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 43,817 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2014 43,817 miles

Rear Registration plate does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2a)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 16 Apr 2013 42,240 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 41,676 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 33,351 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2011 33,351 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 13 Jul 2010 26,701 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 24,418 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2008 16,704 miles

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

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

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 AYG is a 2005 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 AYG, 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 AYG registered?

FT05 AYG is a 2005 BMW R Series, first registered on 13 July 2005.

Is FT05 AYG safe to buy?

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