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FV06 BTU

2006 BMW R Series

Yellow Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Mar 2027
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

16,847 mi
Last recorded16,847 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW R Series25,297 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV06 BTU
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2006
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 4 Mar 2026 16,847 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2025 14,970 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2024 13,397 miles
Pass 14 May 2022 8,823 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2019 7,757 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2018 6,815 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 12 Jun 2015 6,625 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 6,525 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 5,242 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 5,067 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 4,964 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2010 4,529 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 4,226 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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FV06 BTU is a 2006 BMW R Series in Yellow with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FV06 BTU, 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 FV06 BTU?

You can check the full history of FV06 BTU by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was FV06 BTU registered?

FV06 BTU is a 2006 BMW R Series, first registered on 5 May 2006.

Is FV06 BTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV06 BTU shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FV06 BTU have outstanding finance?

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