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HJ55 LFL

2005 BMW R Series

Grey Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Oct 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

61,291 mi
Last recorded61,291 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW R Series28,336 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ55 LFL
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2025 61,291 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2024 60,549 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2022 59,187 miles

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

Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 4 Sep 2021 55,230 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2020 51,181 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2019 46,668 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2018 42,482 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 12 Sep 2017 37,358 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2016 32,830 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 27,388 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2014 24,637 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2013 23,347 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 20,936 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)

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

Fail 31 Aug 2012 20,936 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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)

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

Pass 2 Sep 2011 19,638 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 17,272 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 16,097 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2008 11,276 miles

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

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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HJ55 LFL is a 2005 BMW R Series in Grey with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 HJ55 LFL, 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 HJ55 LFL registered?

HJ55 LFL is a 2005 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 September 2005.

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