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RO06 HWL

2006 BMW F Series

Silver Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2018
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

26,913 mi
Last recorded26,913 miles
Recorded on31 May 2017
Typical for 2006 BMW F Series19,044 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO06 HWL
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 May 2017 26,913 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 8 Jun 2016 26,267 miles
Fail 27 May 2016 26,267 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 29 May 2015 23,525 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 30 May 2014 21,205 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 30 May 2014 21,205 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 9 Apr 2013 19,828 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2013 19,825 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Mar 2012 16,104 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 13,884 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 11,551 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 8,505 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2009 8,505 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

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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RO06 HWL is a 2006 BMW F Series in Silver with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 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 HWL, 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 RO06 HWL registered?

RO06 HWL is a 2006 BMW F Series, first registered on 1 April 2006.

Is RO06 HWL safe to buy?

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