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FE56 TTY

2006 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Mar 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

54,229 mi
Last recorded54,229 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW R Series25,297 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE56 TTY
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2026 54,229 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2024 53,634 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2024 53,634 miles

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Feb 2022 53,359 miles

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

Fail 18 Mar 2021 53,332 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Jul 2019 52,712 miles

Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 16 Apr 2018 50,020 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 47,206 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2016 47,171 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2016 47,171 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 15 Dec 2014 45,671 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 39,298 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 31,684 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 23,798 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2010 16,968 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 24 Jun 2010 16,968 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 16,177 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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FE56 TTY is a 2006 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 FE56 TTY, 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 FE56 TTY registered?

FE56 TTY is a 2006 BMW R Series, first registered on 7 September 2006.

Is FE56 TTY safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE56 TTY shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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