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HD05 FZU

2005 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

199,396 mi
Last recorded199,396 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW R Series28,336 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHD05 FZU
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 199,396 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2025 194,658 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2023 194,100 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Aug 2022 186,107 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2021 174,961 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2020 166,496 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2019 153,977 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Aug 2018 137,904 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2017 125,247 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 112,401 miles

Front and rear brake discs scored/worn.

Pass 31 Jul 2015 96,792 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 8 Aug 2014 81,118 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2014 81,118 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2013 66,295 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 55,874 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 42,167 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 30,372 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 24,866 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2008 18,129 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 14,964 miles
Fail 21 May 2008 14,964 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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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HD05 FZU is a 2005 BMW R Series in Silver with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 HD05 FZU, 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 HD05 FZU registered?

HD05 FZU is a 2005 BMW R Series, first registered on 16 July 2005.

Is HD05 FZU safe to buy?

The MOT history for HD05 FZU shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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