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EK56 FGN

2006 BMW 630

Black Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Nov 2026
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

48,504 mi
Last recorded48,504 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW 63077,932 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK56 FGN
MakeBMW
Model630
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2025 48,504 miles

handbrake has little reserve travel

Pass 23 Oct 2024 46,429 miles

steering lock fault on dash but function ok

Fail 23 Oct 2024 46,429 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

steering lock fault on dash but function ok

Pass 10 Nov 2023 45,554 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

steering lock showing fault on dash but function ok

Fail 6 Nov 2023 45,517 miles

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

steering lock showing fault on dash but function ok

Pass 10 Nov 2022 44,128 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Minor cut on outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 8 Nov 2022 44,127 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Minor cut on outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2021 42,669 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2021 42,669 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 29 Oct 2020 41,866 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2020 41,866 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 31 Oct 2019 40,652 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2018 37,127 miles

Front wiper blades poor condition

Nearside Rear tyre on legal limit

Pass 7 Nov 2017 33,618 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

front wiper blades poor condition

Fail 7 Nov 2017 33,602 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 275/35/19 rf (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

front wiper blades poor condition

Pass 22 Oct 2016 32,004 miles

both rear tyres getting low

Pass 11 Nov 2015 30,163 miles

Front wiper blades poor

Nearside Front tyre tread cracking up marked no cords visible at present 245/40/19

Nearside Rear wearing inside edge 275/35/19

Offside Rear tyre on legal limit

tyre pressure monerting system warning light on

Pass 7 Nov 2014 28,606 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside rear tyre low 275/35/r19 rf

Pass 4 Nov 2013 26,847 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2013 26,790 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 31 Oct 2012 25,902 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 24,619 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Waning light on ref low tyre pressures.

Pass 27 Oct 2010 22,914 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 28 Oct 2009 19,123 miles

nearside rear brake pad outside edge getting low?

rear tyres wearing badley inside edge

How Reliable is the BMW 630?

Based on 75,915 MOT tests across 4,603 vehicles.

79.4%
Pass Rate
5,351
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
4,603
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre has ply or cords exposed 1,605
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 1,250
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,084
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 923
position lamp(s) not working 708
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EK56 FGN is a 2006 BMW 630 in Black with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

Across all 2006 BMW 630 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.6% with a typical mileage of 77,932 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 630 fails its MOT is tyre has ply or cords exposed, accounting for 1,605 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EK56 FGN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 630 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 20 years old, this BMW 630 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of EK56 FGN?

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What year was EK56 FGN registered?

EK56 FGN is a 2006 BMW 630, first registered on 25 September 2006.

Is EK56 FGN safe to buy?

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