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HJ05 XZT

2005 BMW R Series

Grey Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

29,210 mi
Last recorded29,210 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW R Series28,336 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ05 XZT
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 29,210 miles

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

Pass 10 Apr 2025 25,124 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2021 24,704 miles

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

Fuel cap seal slightly perished

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 7 Oct 2020 24,337 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2019 23,869 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2019 23,846 miles

Rear Brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Oct 2018 23,196 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2017 22,630 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2017 22,630 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 12 Oct 2016 21,723 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2016
Pass 21 Oct 2014 14,715 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 27 Sep 2013 13,549 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2013 13,549 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2012 10,581 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2012 10,581 miles

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

Lower Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 15 Jun 2011 8,203 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2010 6,640 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 3 Jul 2009 3,686 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2008 3,646 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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HJ05 XZT is a 2005 BMW R Series in Grey with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 HJ05 XZT, 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 HJ05 XZT registered?

HJ05 XZT is a 2005 BMW R Series, first registered on 17 March 2005.

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