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PJ56 LTX

2006 BMW F Series

Black Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

26,020 mi
Last recorded26,020 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW F Series19,044 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ56 LTX
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2025 26,020 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2024 25,715 miles

Rear Stop lamp damaged but function not impaired insecure (4.3.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 19 Jun 2023 22,182 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2022 19,290 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2021 17,891 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2020 17,060 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2019 14,924 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Apr 2018 14,201 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2018 14,201 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 13 Aug 2016 11,500 miles

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

Pass 28 Aug 2015 7,014 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 4,280 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2014 4,280 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jul 2013 2,347 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 1,709 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 1,337 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2009 1,255 miles

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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PJ56 LTX is a 2006 BMW F Series in Black with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 PJ56 LTX, 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 PJ56 LTX registered?

PJ56 LTX is a 2006 BMW F Series, first registered on 30 November 2006.

Is PJ56 LTX safe to buy?

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