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CE55 XFA

2005 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 May 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

26,595 mi
Last recorded26,595 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW R Series28,336 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE55 XFA
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 May 2026 26,595 miles
Pass 14 May 2025 22,116 miles
Pass 7 May 2024 19,930 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2023 17,661 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2022 17,567 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Jun 2021 17,561 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2019 17,555 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2018 17,516 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2017 17,180 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 17,020 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2015 16,806 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 16,795 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 16,539 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2012 16,289 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 16,122 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 15,494 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2009 14,063 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2008 10,807 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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CE55 XFA is a 2005 BMW R Series in Red with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 CE55 XFA, 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 CE55 XFA registered?

CE55 XFA is a 2005 BMW R Series, first registered on 16 September 2005.

Is CE55 XFA safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE55 XFA shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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