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FY05 DXX

2005 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

67,631 mi
Last recorded67,631 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW R Series28,336 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY05 DXX
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2026 67,631 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2024 66,985 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 2 Aug 2023 65,053 miles

Exhaust noisy Aftermarket, louder than original. (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 10 Nov 2022 64,872 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2021 63,662 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

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

Fail 29 Jun 2021 63,662 miles

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 3 Feb 2020 63,003 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 20 Feb 2019 60,057 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2018 55,974 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2017 51,538 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2015 48,843 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 48,712 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2014 46,035 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 40,498 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2011 33,049 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 26,147 miles

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

Pass 30 Sep 2009 19,449 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Sep 2008 15,617 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2007 9,093 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 DXX is a 2005 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 FY05 DXX, 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 FY05 DXX registered?

FY05 DXX is a 2005 BMW R Series, first registered on 4 March 2005.

Is FY05 DXX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY05 DXX shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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