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GS05 YOS

2005 BMW R Series

Yellow Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Oct 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

50,686 mi
Last recorded50,686 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW R Series28,336 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGS05 YOS
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2005
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2025 50,686 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2024 50,384 miles

Rear brake pads worn

Pass 5 May 2023 50,224 miles
Pass 13 May 2022 49,497 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2021 49,166 miles
Pass 30 May 2019 41,961 miles

front inner brake pad worn

Pass 30 May 2018 41,064 miles

Nearside Front brake pads appear low

Pass 21 Apr 2017 40,764 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 29 Sep 2015 40,244 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2014 33,575 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 28,293 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2012 23,957 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 21 Dec 2012 23,957 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2011 17,776 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 22 Dec 2011 17,776 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2011 12,320 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2011 12,320 miles

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.6)

Pass 29 Jun 2010 10,615 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)

Fail 17 Jun 2010 10,605 miles

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

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

Pass 2 May 2009 8,310 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)

Pass 2 Jun 2008 5,479 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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GS05 YOS is a 2005 BMW R Series in Yellow with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 GS05 YOS, 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 GS05 YOS registered?

GS05 YOS is a 2005 BMW R Series, first registered on 12 May 2005.

Is GS05 YOS safe to buy?

The MOT history for GS05 YOS shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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