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FY05 DXT

2005 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2015
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

57,552 mi
Last recorded57,552 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2014
Typical for 2005 BMW R Series28,336 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY05 DXT
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2014 57,552 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2013 53,871 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2012 52,787 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 10 Mar 2011 52,249 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 10 Mar 2011 52,249 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 13 Mar 2010 47,807 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2009 32,761 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2008 22,057 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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FY05 DXT is a 2005 BMW R Series in Silver with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 FY05 DXT, 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.

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What year was FY05 DXT registered?

FY05 DXT is a 2005 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is FY05 DXT safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY05 DXT shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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