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FG56 VTA

2006 BMW K Series

Blue Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Sep 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

24,308 mi
Last recorded24,308 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW K Series22,389 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG56 VTA
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2025 24,308 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2024 23,294 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2023 22,576 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2022 22,329 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2022 22,329 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Mar 2021 20,741 miles

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

Fail 27 Feb 2021 20,722 miles

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 4 Apr 2019 18,274 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 15,363 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2018 15,363 miles

Central Front Lower Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Offside Rear Lower Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 18 Jul 2017 14,697 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 13,418 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 10,430 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 9,724 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 2,686 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2012 2,624 miles
Pass 28 May 2011 2,482 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 2,377 miles

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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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FG56 VTA is a 2006 BMW K Series in Blue with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 FG56 VTA, 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 FG56 VTA registered?

FG56 VTA is a 2006 BMW K Series, first registered on 17 November 2006.

Is FG56 VTA safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG56 VTA shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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