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M164 AFM

1995 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Aug 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

52,242 mi
Last recorded52,242 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2025
Typical for 1995 BMW R Series44,959 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM164 AFM
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2025 52,242 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush lower bush. (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded/pitted. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

oil leak.

Fail 14 Jul 2025 52,239 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush lower bush. (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted/corroded. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Nail in tyre ()

oil leak.

Pass 12 May 2023 52,053 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

engine oil leak.

Pass 3 Mar 2022 51,175 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

engine oil leak.

Pass 19 Feb 2021 49,305 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded/pitted. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

engine oil leak.

Pass 14 Dec 2019 48,079 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

oil leak from engine.

Pass 7 Apr 2018 46,952 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2017 45,697 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 5 Mar 2016 44,821 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

dip beam pattern is a bit blurred.

Pass 30 Aug 2014 41,715 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 37,404 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 35,119 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2010 34,001 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2009 32,544 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2008 31,351 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2007 30,191 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2006 28,438 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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M164 AFM is a 1995 BMW R Series in Red with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 1995 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.6% with a typical mileage of 44,959 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 M164 AFM, 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 31 years old, this BMW R Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M164 AFM registered?

M164 AFM is a 1995 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 May 1995.

Is M164 AFM safe to buy?

The MOT history for M164 AFM shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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