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HT06 AEL

2006 BMW K Series

Grey Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

54,158 mi
Last recorded54,158 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW K Series22,389 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHT06 AEL
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 54,158 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2024 53,930 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2023 53,759 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2022 53,544 miles

Rear Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2021 53,378 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Aug 2020 53,084 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2020 53,084 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Aug 2019 52,731 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2018 52,229 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2017 51,284 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2016 50,424 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 9 Sep 2015 48,009 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2015 46,416 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2014 42,140 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 38,311 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 34,531 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2012 34,334 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 17 Mar 2011 29,368 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Mar 2010 24,874 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2009 21,985 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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HT06 AEL is a 2006 BMW K Series in Grey with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 HT06 AEL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HT06 AEL registered?

HT06 AEL is a 2006 BMW K Series, first registered on 28 June 2006.

Is HT06 AEL safe to buy?

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