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HJ56 SZL

2006 BMW K Series

Yellow Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jul 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

30,067 mi
Last recorded30,067 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW K Series22,389 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ56 SZL
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2006
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2026 30,067 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush slight play up and down rear suspension (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 8 Aug 2024 28,912 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2023 26,742 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2022 25,481 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2021 21,244 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Oct 2020 20,587 miles
Pass 12 May 2020 20,506 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 19,600 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2017 18,870 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 16,882 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

drive shaft gaitor split

Pass 17 Apr 2014 14,266 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 12,580 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2011 11,404 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 7,442 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2010 9,436 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 18 Sep 2009 5,357 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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HJ56 SZL is a 2006 BMW K Series in Yellow with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 HJ56 SZL, 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 HJ56 SZL registered?

HJ56 SZL is a 2006 BMW K Series, first registered on 14 September 2006.

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