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FX05 OEW

2005 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2024
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

96,353 mi
Last recorded96,353 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2023
Typical for 2005 BMW R Series28,336 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX05 OEW
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2023 96,353 miles

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

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

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

Pass 21 Feb 2022 93,810 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2021 89,334 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2020 85,064 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play slightly rough (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Feb 2019 77,114 miles

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

oil leak front cover area

Fail 6 Feb 2019

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

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

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

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

no oil in spy glass

oil leak front cover area

Pass 7 Feb 2018 69,583 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 4 Feb 2017 56,064 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2016 48,368 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

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

Front Tyre worn unevenly

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

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

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play Trunion bearings (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 7 Feb 2015 38,715 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2014 30,077 miles

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

Pass 16 Feb 2013 24,646 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2011 24,606 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 22,597 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 18,174 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2009 14,355 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 12,509 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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FX05 OEW is a 2005 BMW R Series in Red with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 FX05 OEW, 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 FX05 OEW registered?

FX05 OEW is a 2005 BMW R Series, first registered on 5 August 2005.

Is FX05 OEW safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX05 OEW shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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