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A2 BWB

2006 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Oct 2026
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

30,632 mi
Last recorded30,632 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW R Series25,297 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA2 BWB
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 28 Oct 2025 30,632 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 17 Jan 2024 28,939 miles
Pass 18 May 2021 28,437 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2018 28,043 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 27,449 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 26,523 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2014 26,292 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 10 Sep 2013 25,970 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2013 23,728 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2012 20,560 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 17,568 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 14,422 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 12,188 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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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A2 BWB is a 2006 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 2006 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.6% with a typical mileage of 25,297 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 A2 BWB, 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 20 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 A2 BWB registered?

A2 BWB is a 2006 BMW R Series, first registered on 25 May 2006.

Is A2 BWB safe to buy?

The MOT history for A2 BWB 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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