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CE05 AKV

2005 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2021
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

30,679 mi
Last recorded30,679 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2020
Typical for 2005 BMW R Series28,336 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE05 AKV
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 20 Jul 2020 30,679 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2019 30,268 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2018 29,856 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 29,407 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 28,974 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 28,200 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 27,797 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2013 27,170 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2012 26,262 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2011 25,478 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2010 24,573 miles

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

Pass 23 Jan 2009 22,608 miles

brake failure warning light illuminated

Pass 29 Feb 2008 21,573 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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CE05 AKV is a 2005 BMW R Series in Red with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 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 CE05 AKV, 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 CE05 AKV registered?

CE05 AKV is a 2005 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is CE05 AKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE05 AKV shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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