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AF56 MPU

2006 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2020
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

30,404 mi
Last recorded30,404 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2019
Typical for 2006 BMW R Series25,297 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF56 MPU
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2019 30,404 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2018 23,973 miles

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

Fail 4 May 2018 23,973 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 11 May 2017 18,937 miles
Fail 11 May 2017 18,937 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 3 Jun 2015 17,707 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 16,590 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 16,116 miles

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

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

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

Pass 18 Nov 2010 9,550 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 7,101 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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AF56 MPU is a 2006 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 AF56 MPU, 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

How do I check the history of AF56 MPU?

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What year was AF56 MPU registered?

AF56 MPU is a 2006 BMW R Series, first registered on 12 September 2006.

Is AF56 MPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF56 MPU shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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