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LB55 XAG

2006 BMW K Series

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

51,425 mi
Last recorded51,425 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW K Series22,389 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB55 XAG
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 May 2026 51,425 miles

Front brakepads aprox 2-3mm

Pass 15 Apr 2025 50,898 miles

all brake pads aprox 2mm

Pass 7 Mar 2024 50,490 miles

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

Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2021 49,460 miles

Stop lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Oct 2020 48,142 miles

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

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

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

both tyres will need replacing soon

Pass 21 Oct 2019 47,614 miles

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

Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint worn, but not excessively (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2018 46,970 miles

Front Upper Suspension ball joint worn, but not excessively (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2017 45,933 miles

slight play in front upper ball joint

Fail 5 Jul 2017 45,933 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

slight play in front upper ball joint

Pass 9 May 2016 44,195 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 42,399 miles

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

Headlamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 2 May 2014 40,287 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 2 May 2014 40,287 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 20 Apr 2013 38,302 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2012 32,447 miles

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

Pass 1 Feb 2011 26,632 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2010 20,985 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2009 10,430 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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LB55 XAG is a 2006 BMW K Series in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 LB55 XAG, 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 LB55 XAG registered?

LB55 XAG is a 2006 BMW K Series, first registered on 20 January 2006.

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