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FG56 VTT

2006 BMW K Series

Blue Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

55,405 mi
Last recorded55,405 miles
Recorded on8 May 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW K Series22,389 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG56 VTT
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 May 2025 55,405 miles

FRONT MUD GUARDS MISSING AT TIME OF TEST

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

no main warning light

steering slightly stiff

Fail 24 Apr 2025 55,328 miles

Nearside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Upper Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

FRONT MUD GUARDS MISSING AT TIME OF TEST

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

no main warning light

steering slightly stiff

Fail 30 Dec 2024 55,204 miles

Parking brake lever missing no mechanical parking brake fitted (1.1.6 (d))

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Hazard warning lamps operated by more than one switch and not with ignition off (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Dec 2023 45,644 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Dec 2022 37,079 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2021 27,535 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2020 21,351 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2020 21,351 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Dec 2019 15,775 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2018 10,530 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2017 4,221 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Dec 2016
Pass 1 Apr 2015 37,427 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2014 31,154 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2013 23,013 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 15,566 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 9,039 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2010 2,835 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 18 Mar 2010 2,835 miles

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 VTT is a 2006 BMW K Series in Blue with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 FG56 VTT, 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.

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What year was FG56 VTT registered?

FG56 VTT is a 2006 BMW K Series, first registered on 21 October 2006.

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