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FE06 CHZ

2006 BMW R Series

Grey Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jun 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

70,640 mi
Last recorded70,640 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW R Series25,297 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE06 CHZ
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 70,640 miles

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

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

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

Fail 8 Jun 2026 70,640 miles

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

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

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

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Pass 19 May 2025 62,293 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2023 49,364 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Mar 2022 39,968 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2021 39,733 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2020 36,398 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit At 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Feb 2019 34,036 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2018 33,899 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 33,126 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 31,001 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2015 30,269 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 28,437 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 23,957 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 21,163 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 17,601 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 17,575 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 17,524 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 14,985 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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FE06 CHZ is a 2006 BMW R Series in Grey with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 FE06 CHZ, 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 FE06 CHZ registered?

FE06 CHZ is a 2006 BMW R Series, first registered on 18 May 2006.

Is FE06 CHZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE06 CHZ shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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