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AD05 YAU

2005 BMW R Series

Grey Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2024
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

107,017 mi
Last recorded107,017 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2023
Typical for 2005 BMW R Series28,336 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD05 YAU
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2023 107,017 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2021 101,989 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2020 90,784 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2019 78,691 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2018 64,140 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2017 51,136 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2016 40,129 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2016 26,917 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2016 26,917 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 15 Jan 2015 25,976 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)

Pass 27 Aug 2013 24,376 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2012 23,875 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2011 23,344 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 20,173 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 18,226 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2008 14,790 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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AD05 YAU is a 2005 BMW R Series in Grey with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 AD05 YAU, 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 AD05 YAU registered?

AD05 YAU is a 2005 BMW R Series, first registered on 28 July 2005.

Is AD05 YAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD05 YAU shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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