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C21 HCL

2005 BMW R Series

Yellow Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2025
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

24,173 mi
Last recorded24,173 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2024
Typical for 2005 BMW R Series28,336 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC21 HCL
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2005
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2024 24,173 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2024 24,173 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Aug 2023 24,121 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2022 23,808 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2021 22,838 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2019 12,835 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2018 12,019 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2017 11,456 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2016 10,209 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 9,111 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2014 8,351 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2013 6,432 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 5,082 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 5,032 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2011 4,025 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2011 3,990 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 5 Mar 2010 2,951 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2009 2,917 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2008 2,360 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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C21 HCL is a 2005 BMW R Series in Yellow with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 C21 HCL, 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 C21 HCL registered?

C21 HCL is a 2005 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 November 2005.

Is C21 HCL safe to buy?

The MOT history for C21 HCL shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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