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G5 TDW

2005 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jul 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

11,371 mi
Last recorded11,371 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW R Series28,336 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG5 TDW
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2026 11,371 miles
Pass 8 May 2025 11,355 miles
Pass 9 May 2024 11,341 miles
Pass 25 May 2023 11,283 miles
Pass 19 May 2022 10,711 miles
Pass 20 May 2021 10,457 miles
Pass 27 May 2020 10,080 miles
Fail 18 May 2020 10,069 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 25 May 2018 9,291 miles
Pass 20 May 2017 9,131 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 8,665 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 7,886 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2014 6,461 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2014 6,362 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2013 4,157 miles

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

Pass 3 Mar 2012 4,050 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2011 4,019 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2010 3,951 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2009 4,470 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2008 571 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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G5 TDW is a 2005 BMW R Series in Red 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 G5 TDW, 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 G5 TDW registered?

G5 TDW is a 2005 BMW R Series, first registered on 10 March 2005.

Is G5 TDW safe to buy?

The MOT history for G5 TDW shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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