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G5 ACF

2006 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Sep 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

1,814 mi
Last recorded1,814 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW R Series25,297 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG5 ACF
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2025 1,814 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2024 1,786 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2023 1,733 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2022 1,679 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2021 1,629 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2020 1,579 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2019 1,529 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2018 1,479 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2017 1,437 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2016 1,405 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2015 1,374 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2014 1,235 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2013 1,203 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2012 1,173 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2011 1,144 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2010 1,114 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2009 829 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 26 Sep 2009 829 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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G5 ACF is a 2006 BMW R Series in Silver with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 G5 ACF, 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 G5 ACF?

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What year was G5 ACF registered?

G5 ACF is a 2006 BMW R Series, first registered on 21 October 2006.

Is G5 ACF safe to buy?

The MOT history for G5 ACF 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.

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