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HN55 YJR

2005 BMW 130

Grey Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Oct 2026
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

148,714 mi
Last recorded148,714 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW 13082,536 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN55 YJR
MakeBMW
Model130
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2025 148,714 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 1 Oct 2024 146,057 miles

Both side repeaters light output reduced compared to standard side repeaters. LED's are bright but area of light emitted is reduced

Fluctuation from front and rear brakes during brake test

Offside Rear Brake binding with signs of significant heat damage.

Fail 18 Sep 2024 146,034 miles

Central Seat belt not functioning as intended Belt is stuck and cannot be pulled out for use (7.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Both side repeaters light output reduced compared to standard side repeaters. LED's are bright but area of light emitted is reduced

Fluctuation from front and rear brakes during brake test

Offside Rear Brake binding with signs of significant heat damage.

Pass 30 Oct 2023 143,306 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2023 137,231 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 18 Nov 2020 136,278 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Fail 18 Nov 2020 136,278 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 17 May 2019 132,724 miles

Nearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 17 May 2019 132,724 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 May 2018 128,397 miles
Fail 18 May 2018 128,397 miles

Central Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 16 May 2017 123,445 miles
Fail 15 May 2017 123,445 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 May 2016 117,751 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

offside rear brake pad sensor damaged

Pass 20 May 2015 111,890 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 19 May 2015 111,890 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 8 May 2014 102,524 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 97,915 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Dec 2011 94,612 miles

both front brake discs in poor condition

both rear brake discs inner faces slightly pitted

nearside and offside front shock absorber bump stops/sleaves deteriorated

nearside front shock absorber area slightly oily

Pass 16 Dec 2010 90,424 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2009 84,179 miles

all tyres low

Pass 13 Mar 2009 75,441 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 130?

Based on 21,905 MOT tests across 1,307 vehicles.

80.8%
Pass Rate
5,977
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
1,307
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 517
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 264
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 152
Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 151
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 143
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HN55 YJR is a 2005 BMW 130 in Grey with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2005 BMW 130 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 82,536 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 130 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 517 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HN55 YJR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 130 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this BMW 130 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HN55 YJR registered?

HN55 YJR is a 2005 BMW 130, first registered on 21 December 2005.

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