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SA55 BFL

2005 BMW Gs

Blue Petrol 1159cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

48,941 mi
Last recorded48,941 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW Gs30,538 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSA55 BFL
MakeBMW
ModelGs
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,159cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 48,941 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2025 46,553 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Fail 9 Jun 2025 46,553 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 11 Aug 2023 42,841 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2022 38,594 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2022 38,594 miles

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid not visible (1.1.10 (d) (iii))

Pass 22 Sep 2020 38,325 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 5 Aug 2019 36,708 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Jul 2018 36,422 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 30,350 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2016 30,132 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2015 26,750 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2014 22,618 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 18,510 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 14,733 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2011 13,450 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2010 12,191 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 10,867 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2009 10,867 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 19 Sep 2008 7,359 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

How Reliable is the BMW Gs?

Based on 2,054 MOT tests across 181 vehicles.

91.4%
Pass Rate
1,578
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
181
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 10
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 7
Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released 6
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 6
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 4
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SA55 BFL is a 2005 BMW Gs in Blue with a 1,159cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2005 BMW Gs models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.9% with a typical mileage of 30,538 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 Gs fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 10 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SA55 BFL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW Gs typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 21 years old, this BMW Gs is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SA55 BFL registered?

SA55 BFL is a 2005 BMW Gs, first registered on 21 October 2005.

Is SA55 BFL safe to buy?

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