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FY05 MXJ

2005 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jun 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

68,259 mi
Last recorded68,259 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW R Series28,336 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY05 MXJ
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 68,259 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2025 67,265 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2024 60,620 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2024 60,594 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Aug 2023 57,213 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2022 56,988 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2021 56,336 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Jul 2019 53,275 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2018 48,488 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2017 44,961 miles

front wheel bearings rumbling but no free play

Pass 5 Apr 2016 39,788 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 34,778 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2014 29,349 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 24,800 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 19,242 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 12,350 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 8,057 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 7,702 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2008 7,330 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 MXJ is a 2005 BMW R Series in Red with a 1,170cc 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 MXJ, 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 FY05 MXJ?

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What year was FY05 MXJ registered?

FY05 MXJ is a 2005 BMW R Series, first registered on 11 April 2005.

Is FY05 MXJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY05 MXJ 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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