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DE06 FXS

2006 BMW R Series

Grey Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2020
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

27,320 mi
Last recorded27,320 miles
Recorded on15 May 2019
Typical for 2006 BMW R Series25,297 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE06 FXS
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 May 2019 27,320 miles

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

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

Fail 10 May 2019 27,253 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Engine mounting/bracket missing (6.1.8 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 May 2018 25,080 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 4 May 2017 21,320 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 14,706 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 12 May 2016 14,706 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 27 May 2011 14,592 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 12,747 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2009 9,054 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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DE06 FXS is a 2006 BMW R Series in Grey with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 DE06 FXS, 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.

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What year was DE06 FXS registered?

DE06 FXS is a 2006 BMW R Series, first registered on 27 May 2006.

Is DE06 FXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE06 FXS shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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