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FV55 OKS

2005 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

37,844 mi
Last recorded37,844 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW R Series28,336 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV55 OKS
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2025 37,844 miles

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

Pass 2 Apr 2024 37,033 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2022 36,814 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2021 36,578 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2020 36,286 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2019 35,276 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2018 34,310 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2013 34,294 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2010 32,818 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2010 32,818 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 24,689 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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FV55 OKS is a 2005 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 FV55 OKS, 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 FV55 OKS?

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What year was FV55 OKS registered?

FV55 OKS is a 2005 BMW R Series, first registered on 16 December 2005.

Is FV55 OKS safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV55 OKS shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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