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OV06 ZPS

2006 BMW F Series

Black Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Sep 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

42,820 mi
Last recorded42,820 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW F Series19,044 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV06 ZPS
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2025 42,820 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2024 42,712 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 6 Mar 2023 40,275 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2021 40,259 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2021 40,259 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel fixing loose (multiple fixings) (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2020 39,956 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2019 39,909 miles

Central Front Wind Deflector Cracked

Offside Rear Chain guard missing ()

Pass 30 Apr 2018 39,446 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

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

advise indicators be matched up

Pass 22 May 2017 39,220 miles

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

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

Pass 10 May 2016 23,527 miles

front tyre starting to perish on side walls

Pass 28 Sep 2015 23,192 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2015 23,192 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 18 Jul 2014 22,349 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 18,670 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2013 18,670 miles

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 31 Jul 2012 17,012 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 15,754 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 11,902 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2010 11,902 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 May 2009 8,462 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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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OV06 ZPS is a 2006 BMW F Series in Black with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 OV06 ZPS, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OV06 ZPS registered?

OV06 ZPS is a 2006 BMW F Series, first registered on 25 May 2006.

Is OV06 ZPS safe to buy?

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