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FT05 VBO

2005 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 May 2027
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

69,617 mi
Last recorded69,617 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW R Series28,336 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT05 VBO
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 11 May 2026 69,617 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2024 67,476 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2023 64,498 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2022 58,947 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2021 53,718 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 17 Oct 2020 50,222 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Sep 2019 47,655 miles

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

Offside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil fork seal (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 21 Nov 2018 44,208 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2017 38,239 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2016 35,180 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2015 34,819 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2015 34,761 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2013 31,205 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2012 29,523 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 26,087 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2010 22,424 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 18,297 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2008 14,502 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 VBO is a 2005 BMW R Series in Red with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 FT05 VBO, 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 VBO registered?

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

Is FT05 VBO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FT05 VBO shows 18 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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