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G5 FBM

2006 BMW R Series

Grey Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2025
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

35,876 mi
Last recorded35,876 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2024
Typical for 2006 BMW R Series25,297 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG5 FBM
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2024 35,876 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2023 34,436 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2022 33,185 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2021 29,291 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2021 28,600 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2020 27,974 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2019 23,174 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2019 23,172 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 May 2018 22,287 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2017 21,437 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2015 20,391 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2014 17,047 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2013 16,046 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 13,167 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2012 13,167 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 2 Sep 2011 13,136 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2010 13,034 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2009 12,298 miles

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

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 FBM is a 2006 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 88.9%.

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 G5 FBM, 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 G5 FBM registered?

G5 FBM is a 2006 BMW R Series, first registered on 12 August 2006.

Is G5 FBM safe to buy?

The MOT history for G5 FBM shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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