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CA06 SXX

2006 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Sep 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

47,949 mi
Last recorded47,949 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW R Series25,297 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA06 SXX
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2025 47,949 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2024 43,566 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2023 37,749 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2022 33,034 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2022 32,920 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2021 32,778 miles
Pass 6 May 2020 32,761 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 32,670 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 31,511 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 30,892 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2015 30,355 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2013 28,801 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 27,883 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 26,431 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 23,416 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 19,199 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2009 19,199 miles

Centre Rear Lower Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

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 SXX is a 2006 BMW R Series in Silver with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 CA06 SXX, 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 CA06 SXX?

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What year was CA06 SXX registered?

CA06 SXX is a 2006 BMW R Series, first registered on 17 June 2006.

Is CA06 SXX safe to buy?

The MOT history for CA06 SXX shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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