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HG05 AZZ

2005 BMW R Series

Grey Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

71,096 mi
Last recorded71,096 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW R Series28,336 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG05 AZZ
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 71,096 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 2 Aug 2024 69,363 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2022 67,972 miles

Front tyre wearing uneven

Pass 18 Aug 2021 63,411 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2021 63,375 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 8 Aug 2020 61,231 miles

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

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

Fail 8 Aug 2020 61,231 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 30 May 2019 60,901 miles

Front Wheel damaged but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel damaged but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 29 May 2018 54,426 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jun 2016 49,850 miles

headlight adjuster broken

Pass 10 Jun 2015 46,206 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2015 46,206 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 13 May 2014 41,192 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 39,083 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 32,934 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 30,251 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 19,931 miles
Fail 12 May 2009 19,931 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 14 May 2008 17,011 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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HG05 AZZ is a 2005 BMW R Series in Grey with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 HG05 AZZ, 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 HG05 AZZ registered?

HG05 AZZ is a 2005 BMW R Series, first registered on 7 May 2005.

Is HG05 AZZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG05 AZZ shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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