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LF55 DBV

2006 BMW F Series

Black Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2020
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

17,568 mi
Last recorded17,568 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2019
Typical for 2006 BMW F Series19,044 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF55 DBV
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2019 17,568 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 7 Mar 2019 17,568 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) missing (1.1.13 (c)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Mar 2018 16,410 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 6 Mar 2018 16,410 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 30 Aug 2012 16,369 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 22 Jul 2011 14,322 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2009 11,204 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2009 11,204 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

How Reliable is the BMW F Series?

Based on 92,321 MOT tests across 8,598 vehicles.

88.0%
Pass Rate
1,110
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
8,598
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 651
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 616
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 570
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 310
Horn not working 299
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LF55 DBV is a 2006 BMW F Series in Black with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2006 BMW F Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.1% with a typical mileage of 19,044 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 F Series fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 651 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LF55 DBV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW F Series typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 20 years old, this BMW F Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LF55 DBV registered?

LF55 DBV is a 2006 BMW F Series, first registered on 7 February 2006.

Is LF55 DBV safe to buy?

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