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EX06 RYO

2006 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

51,721 mi
Last recorded51,721 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW R Series25,297 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX06 RYO
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2025 51,721 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2024 51,664 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2023 51,307 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2022 51,255 miles
Pass 21 May 2021 51,109 miles
Pass 1 May 2020 50,112 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2019 49,979 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2018 48,083 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 46,595 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 27 Mar 2017 46,595 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 19 Apr 2016 42,411 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 30 Apr 2015 38,627 miles
Fail 1 May 2014 36,215 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 1 May 2014 36,215 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2013 32,937 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 24 Apr 2013 32,937 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 29,606 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 13 Apr 2011 26,716 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 23,546 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2010 23,546 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 21 Apr 2009 19,379 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Nail in rear tyre

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

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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EX06 RYO is a 2006 BMW R Series in Red with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 EX06 RYO, 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 EX06 RYO registered?

EX06 RYO is a 2006 BMW R Series, first registered on 12 April 2006.

Is EX06 RYO safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX06 RYO shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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