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AF55 SXC

2005 BMW R Series

Grey Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Apr 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

66,511 mi
Last recorded66,511 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW R Series28,336 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF55 SXC
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc
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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 66,511 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2025 64,987 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2024 63,184 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2023 61,478 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2021 59,274 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2020 56,228 miles

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

Fail 20 Oct 2020 56,222 miles

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake master cylinder leaking (1.1.10 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Jun 2019 55,903 miles

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

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 2 Jun 2018 55,493 miles

Front Steering linkage ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 30 May 2017 54,654 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 52,863 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2015 49,338 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 46,907 miles

Driveshaft gaitor beginning to split

Front telelever Ball joint cover split

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

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Pass 25 Jun 2013 42,923 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 34,956 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 21 Jun 2011 25,638 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2010 17,348 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 15,967 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 SXC is a 2005 BMW R Series in Grey 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 AF55 SXC, 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 SXC registered?

AF55 SXC is a 2005 BMW R Series, first registered on 17 September 2005.

Is AF55 SXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF55 SXC 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.

Does AF55 SXC have outstanding finance?

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