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EJ56 VLF

2006 BMW R Series

White Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Mar 2027
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

56,516 mi
Last recorded56,516 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW R Series25,297 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ56 VLF
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2006
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 19 Mar 2026 56,516 miles
Pass 14 May 2025 56,516 miles
Pass 8 May 2024 56,516 miles

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

Pass 15 Feb 2022 53,475 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 17 Feb 2021 48,006 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2019 42,072 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 41,014 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2017 40,455 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 39,391 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2015 38,619 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2014 37,526 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2013 36,798 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2013 36,126 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 33,944 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 31,213 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

handlebar brace insecure at n/s

Pass 8 Oct 2010 25,481 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2009 22,302 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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EJ56 VLF is a 2006 BMW R Series in White with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 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 EJ56 VLF, 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 EJ56 VLF registered?

EJ56 VLF is a 2006 BMW R Series, first registered on 8 November 2006.

Is EJ56 VLF safe to buy?

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