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FY05 LMK

2005 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 May 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

72,853 mi
Last recorded72,853 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW R Series28,336 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY05 LMK
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 May 2026 72,853 miles
Pass 14 May 2025 70,921 miles
Pass 7 May 2024 66,818 miles
Pass 16 May 2023 64,789 miles
Pass 7 May 2022 63,086 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2021 61,885 miles

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

Fail 2 Apr 2021 61,885 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 24 Mar 2020 60,457 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2019 56,414 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jun 2018 56,216 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Apr 2017 55,937 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2016 55,732 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2015 55,534 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2014 55,133 miles

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

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

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

Pass 2 Mar 2013 54,696 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jan 2012 52,867 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2011 50,327 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2010 44,054 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2009 35,818 miles

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

Pass 19 Feb 2008 27,547 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 LMK is a 2005 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 LMK, 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 LMK registered?

FY05 LMK is a 2005 BMW R Series, first registered on 9 March 2005.

Is FY05 LMK safe to buy?

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