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AK56 WCL

2006 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2021
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

24,262 mi
Last recorded24,262 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2019
Typical for 2006 BMW R Series25,297 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK56 WCL
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 23 Jul 2019 24,262 miles

Front brake pads wearing

Pass 13 Jun 2018 23,585 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 23,451 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 20,267 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 19,422 miles

front tyre getting low

Pass 11 Apr 2014 18,646 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 16,592 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 24 Feb 2012 13,175 miles

slight damage to number plate slight roughness to front wheel bearing

Pass 9 Sep 2010 10,185 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 8,465 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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AK56 WCL 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 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 AK56 WCL, 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 AK56 WCL registered?

AK56 WCL is a 2006 BMW R Series, first registered on 12 October 2006.

Is AK56 WCL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK56 WCL shows 10 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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