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AY55 KFP

2005 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2023
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

14,354 mi
Last recorded14,354 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2022
Typical for 2005 BMW R Series28,336 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY55 KFP
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2022 14,354 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2021 13,884 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2019 12,970 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 12,145 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2017 11,123 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2017 11,123 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 11 May 2016 9,789 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2016 9,778 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 14 Feb 2015 6,377 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 14 Feb 2015 6,377 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 14 Feb 2014 3,213 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 2,319 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 1,944 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2008 1,557 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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AY55 KFP is a 2005 BMW R Series in Silver with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 AY55 KFP, 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.

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What year was AY55 KFP registered?

AY55 KFP is a 2005 BMW R Series, first registered on 31 December 2005.

Is AY55 KFP safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY55 KFP shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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