CarVerify

Free Car Check

RO06 BHE

2006 BMW F Series

Black Petrol 652cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jul 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

16,681 mi
Last recorded16,681 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW F Series19,044 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO06 BHE
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2026 16,681 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2026 16,681 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 1 Jun 2022 16,362 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2021 16,139 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2020 14,966 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2020 14,963 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Apr 2019 13,862 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Fail 12 Apr 2019 13,862 miles

Nearside Front Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 23 Mar 2018 11,900 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 9,927 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 7,649 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 30 Aug 2013 7,589 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2012 6,029 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 5,304 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 5,037 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 4,929 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2009 3,693 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
Full BMW F Series reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

RO06 BHE 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 82.4%.

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 RO06 BHE, 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

How do I check the history of RO06 BHE?

You can check the full history of RO06 BHE by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was RO06 BHE registered?

RO06 BHE is a 2006 BMW F Series, first registered on 1 March 2006.

Is RO06 BHE safe to buy?

The MOT history for RO06 BHE shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RO06 BHE have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on RO06 BHE. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.