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HJ55 LFT

2005 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Nov 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

60,354 mi
Last recorded60,354 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW R Series28,336 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ55 LFT
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc
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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 6 Nov 2025 60,354 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2024 55,523 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2022 55,279 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2021 53,719 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2020 46,746 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2019 46,588 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2017 45,785 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2016 44,847 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 42,842 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 39,338 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2013 37,318 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 31,098 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2011 27,861 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 25,836 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 18,878 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 12,151 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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HJ55 LFT is a 2005 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 LFT, 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 LFT registered?

HJ55 LFT is a 2005 BMW R Series, first registered on 24 September 2005.

Is HJ55 LFT safe to buy?

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