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FG56 VSU

2006 BMW R Series

Yellow Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 May 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

111,975 mi
Last recorded111,975 miles
Recorded on30 May 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW R Series25,297 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG56 VSU
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2006
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 May 2026 111,975 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2024 111,893 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Mar 2023 108,729 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2022 103,727 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2021 91,368 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2021 91,368 miles

Front Steering operation restricted in free movement from lock to lock increase of revs when steering turned lock to lock (2.1.4 (c))

Pass 23 Dec 2019 60,032 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 14 Jan 2019 34,914 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 33,928 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Nail in tyre

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 13 Apr 2017 31,961 miles

Offside Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 24 Mar 2016 28,994 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 21,386 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 20,199 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2013 20,075 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2012 19,259 miles

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

Pass 14 Oct 2011 15,930 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2010 13,518 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 9,083 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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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FG56 VSU is a 2006 BMW R Series in Yellow with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 FG56 VSU, 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 FG56 VSU registered?

FG56 VSU is a 2006 BMW R Series, first registered on 4 November 2006.

Is FG56 VSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG56 VSU shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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