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SO06 YPF

2006 BMW F Series

Red Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Sep 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

12,539 mi
Last recorded12,539 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW F Series19,044 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO06 YPF
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2025 12,539 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2024 12,466 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2023 12,332 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2023 12,330 miles

Front Brake excessively binding wheel bearing not checked (1.2.1 (f))

Front brake lever has little reserve travel

Pass 29 Oct 2021 12,324 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2021 12,324 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Sep 2020 12,309 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2019 12,264 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2017 12,220 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 11,773 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 11,622 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 11,317 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jul 2012 10,796 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2012 10,794 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 10 Mar 2011 9,772 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2009 8,914 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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SO06 YPF is a 2006 BMW F Series in Red with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 SO06 YPF, 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 SO06 YPF registered?

SO06 YPF is a 2006 BMW F Series, first registered on 5 August 2006.

Is SO06 YPF safe to buy?

The MOT history for SO06 YPF shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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