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KM56 ASO

2006 BMW K Series

Blue Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Mar 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

32,614 mi
Last recorded32,614 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW K Series22,389 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM56 ASO
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2026 32,614 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2025 32,365 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2024 32,063 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2023 30,449 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2021 27,287 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2020 25,662 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2020 23,484 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2020 23,484 miles

Front Valve stem seriously misaligned (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 18 Jun 2019 22,016 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2019 22,016 miles

Rear Shock absorber likely to become detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Apr 2018 20,327 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2016 19,429 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2015 17,907 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2013 12,528 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2013 12,528 miles

Rear Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Pass 21 Nov 2012 12,289 miles

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

Pass 7 Nov 2011 12,190 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2010 10,934 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2010 8,470 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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KM56 ASO is a 2006 BMW K Series in Blue with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 KM56 ASO, 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 KM56 ASO registered?

KM56 ASO is a 2006 BMW K Series, first registered on 19 October 2006.

Is KM56 ASO safe to buy?

The MOT history for KM56 ASO shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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