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FE56 TVZ

2006 BMW K Series

Blue Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

45,734 mi
Last recorded45,734 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW K Series22,389 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE56 TVZ
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2025 45,734 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2024 44,300 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2023 41,063 miles

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

Fail 31 Aug 2023 41,063 miles

Rear Upper Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure nut missing from bolt (5.3.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 11 Aug 2022 40,189 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2021 38,851 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2020 37,577 miles

Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Jun 2019 34,504 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 32,933 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 32,534 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 31 May 2016 31,284 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 28,338 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 30 May 2014 22,704 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2013 17,784 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 16,794 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 15,599 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2011 15,599 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 10 Nov 2009 14,093 miles

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

How Reliable is the BMW K Series?

Based on 148,722 MOT tests across 15,213 vehicles.

89.4%
Pass Rate
1,209
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
15,213
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,496
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 813
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 743
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 523
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 512
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FE56 TVZ is a 2006 BMW K Series in Blue with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2006 BMW K Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.9% with a typical mileage of 22,389 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 K Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,496 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FE56 TVZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW K Series typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 20 years old, this BMW K Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FE56 TVZ registered?

FE56 TVZ is a 2006 BMW K Series, first registered on 11 November 2006.

Is FE56 TVZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE56 TVZ shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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