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DX56 PNY

2006 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2019
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

34,781 mi
Last recorded34,781 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2018
Typical for 2006 BMW R Series25,297 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX56 PNY
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2018 34,781 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2017 32,582 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members Lower damper bush (2.3.4)

Pass 5 Feb 2016 31,432 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated Centre clamp rotting away (7.1.1a)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 3 Mar 2015 28,488 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2014 26,711 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2013 23,561 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2012 19,975 miles

o/s gearbox mount to frame cracked

Pass 26 Feb 2011 16,486 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2009 14,971 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2009 14,971 miles

Offside Rear Lower Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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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DX56 PNY is a 2006 BMW R Series in Red with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 DX56 PNY, 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 DX56 PNY?

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What year was DX56 PNY registered?

DX56 PNY is a 2006 BMW R Series, first registered on 31 December 2006.

Is DX56 PNY safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX56 PNY shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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