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K12 SBK

2006 BMW K Series

Blue Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Aug 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

33,590 mi
Last recorded33,590 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW K Series22,389 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK12 SBK
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2025 33,590 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2024 32,852 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 9 May 2022 32,330 miles
Fail 9 May 2022 32,326 miles

Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Apr 2021 31,136 miles

Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Stop lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Apr 2021 31,136 miles

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

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Stop lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2019 27,753 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2018 26,846 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 25,055 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2016 21,756 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 18,124 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2014 18,101 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 30 Aug 2013 17,651 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 15,200 miles

slight play in rear wheel bearing

Pass 11 Mar 2011 13,051 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 12,340 miles

slight play in rear wheel bearing.

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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K12 SBK is a 2006 BMW K Series in Blue with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 K12 SBK, 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 K12 SBK registered?

K12 SBK is a 2006 BMW K Series, first registered on 15 September 2006.

Is K12 SBK safe to buy?

The MOT history for K12 SBK shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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