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FY56 UKK

2006 BMW R Series

Grey Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

65,054 mi
Last recorded65,054 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2017
Typical for 2006 BMW R Series25,297 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY56 UKK
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2017 65,054 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 60,694 miles

Centre Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play slight play in bearing (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 6 Jul 2015 55,216 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 29 Jul 2014 48,978 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2014 48,977 miles

Front suspension assembly component loose (2.3.1)

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

brakes snatchy due to front forks

Pass 28 Mar 2014 48,214 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2013 46,169 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 17 Jan 2012 42,799 miles

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

Pass 26 Jan 2011 36,093 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2010 30,360 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2008 17,622 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2008 17,622 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

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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FY56 UKK is a 2006 BMW R Series in Grey with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FY56 UKK, 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.

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What year was FY56 UKK registered?

FY56 UKK is a 2006 BMW R Series, first registered on 22 September 2006.

Is FY56 UKK safe to buy?

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