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CA06 ELX

2006 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2025
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

43,683 mi
Last recorded43,683 miles
Recorded on11 May 2024
Typical for 2006 BMW R Series25,297 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA06 ELX
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 May 2024 43,683 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2023 41,782 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 29 Mar 2023 41,782 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Pass 23 Apr 2022 39,346 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2021 38,066 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2021 38,066 miles

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 20 Apr 2020 36,533 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2018 29,701 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 19 Oct 2017 27,136 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2016 23,096 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2016 23,096 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 11 Sep 2015 19,870 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 19,704 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 18,593 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 10,462 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2012 6,032 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 3,607 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2010 3,429 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 2,818 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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CA06 ELX is a 2006 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 CA06 ELX, 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 CA06 ELX registered?

CA06 ELX is a 2006 BMW R Series, first registered on 20 May 2006.

Is CA06 ELX safe to buy?

The MOT history for CA06 ELX shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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