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KJ56 ETV

2006 BMW K Series

Silver Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

7,865 mi
Last recorded7,865 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW K Series22,389 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKJ56 ETV
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2025 7,865 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Shaft drive small oil leak!

Pass 29 Jun 2024 7,792 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2023 7,596 miles

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

Fail 23 Jun 2023 7,596 miles

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

Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Pass 13 Apr 2022 7,338 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2022 7,338 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 12 Jul 2019 7,279 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2018 7,259 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 7,164 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 7,115 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2015 6,907 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2014 6,890 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 6,676 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 6,401 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 5,798 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2011 5,798 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2009 5,746 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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KJ56 ETV is a 2006 BMW K Series in Silver with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 KJ56 ETV, 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 KJ56 ETV registered?

KJ56 ETV is a 2006 BMW K Series, first registered on 16 September 2006.

Is KJ56 ETV safe to buy?

The MOT history for KJ56 ETV shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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