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FY56 YJP

2006 BMW R Series

Yellow Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Feb 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

114,556 mi
Last recorded114,556 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW R Series25,297 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY56 YJP
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2006
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2026 114,556 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2024 110,471 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2023 104,169 miles

Front Slight splits on tyre

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 10 Nov 2023 104,169 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Front Slight splits on tyre

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Sep 2022 90,177 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2021 86,227 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2020 85,757 miles
Pass 21 May 2019 84,478 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2017 81,885 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2015 79,638 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play Swing arm (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 5 Oct 2013 75,405 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 24 Mar 2012 59,640 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2011 49,099 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2009 37,429 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2009 37,422 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Horn control defective (1.7.2a)

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 YJP is a 2006 BMW R Series in Yellow with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 YJP, 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

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What year was FY56 YJP registered?

FY56 YJP is a 2006 BMW R Series, first registered on 13 October 2006.

Is FY56 YJP safe to buy?

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