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LA06 FCF

2006 BMW K Series

Grey Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

35,412 mi
Last recorded35,412 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW K Series22,389 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA06 FCF
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Fail 21 Jul 2026 35,412 miles

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

Steering operation restricted in free movement from lock to lock front brake hose (2.1.4 (c))

Central Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 8 May 2026 35,219 miles

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Steering linkage locking device ineffective (2.1.3 (d))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement suspension linkage (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Warning triangle light on dash

Pass 15 May 2025 33,662 miles

Brake Warning Fault Lamp Illuminated

Riders seat slightly loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 May 2023 33,078 miles
Pass 19 May 2022 32,016 miles
Pass 7 May 2021 31,420 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2020 30,762 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2018 29,102 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2017 26,417 miles

rear tyre wearing unevenly

Pass 29 Sep 2016 22,509 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2015 15,836 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 15,725 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 14,648 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 14,596 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 17 Mar 2012 13,341 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 18 Jun 2010 10,913 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2009 9,927 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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LA06 FCF is a 2006 BMW K Series in Grey with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 LA06 FCF, 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 LA06 FCF registered?

LA06 FCF is a 2006 BMW K Series, first registered on 7 July 2006.

Is LA06 FCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LA06 FCF shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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