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AF55 SXA

2005 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2022
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

18,412 mi
Last recorded18,412 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2021
Typical for 2005 BMW R Series28,336 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF55 SXA
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2021 18,412 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2021 18,412 miles

Front Brake master cylinder defective but brake still operating (1.1.10 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2019 18,272 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2018 17,332 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 15,757 miles

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

Fail 16 Aug 2013 15,757 miles

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

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 20 Jun 2012 13,798 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2012 13,798 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 14 Sep 2010 12,007 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2008 9,104 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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AF55 SXA is a 2005 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 AF55 SXA, 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 AF55 SXA registered?

AF55 SXA is a 2005 BMW R Series, first registered on 6 September 2005.

Is AF55 SXA safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF55 SXA shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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