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FG56 VSY

2006 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

29,405 mi
Last recorded29,405 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW R Series25,297 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG56 VSY
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2026 29,405 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2025 25,481 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2024 21,230 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2023 21,125 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2022 17,382 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2021 9,257 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2019 9,231 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2018 5,908 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2018 5,908 miles

Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Pass 3 Nov 2017 4,529 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2016 769 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2016 693 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 682 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 456 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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FG56 VSY is a 2006 BMW R Series in Silver with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 VSY, 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

How do I check the history of FG56 VSY?

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What year was FG56 VSY registered?

FG56 VSY is a 2006 BMW R Series, first registered on 25 November 2006.

Is FG56 VSY safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG56 VSY shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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