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ST06 ZPZ

2006 BMW F Series

Blue Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

40,186 mi
Last recorded40,186 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW F Series19,044 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationST06 ZPZ
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2025 40,186 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jun 2024 39,893 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2023 38,499 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2022 34,907 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2021 29,637 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2019 29,166 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2018 28,517 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2017 28,017 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2017 28,015 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Pass 19 Jul 2016 27,695 miles

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

Pass 30 Jan 2016 27,543 miles

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

Pass 4 Aug 2015 27,400 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 25,521 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2013 25,519 miles

Rear Brake fluid reservoir leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

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

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

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 1 Aug 2012 24,497 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Jul 2011 23,553 miles

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

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

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

Pass 15 Sep 2009 18,809 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 29 Aug 2009 18,718 miles

Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b)

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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ST06 ZPZ is a 2006 BMW F Series in Blue with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 ST06 ZPZ, 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 ST06 ZPZ registered?

ST06 ZPZ is a 2006 BMW F Series, first registered on 1 August 2006.

Is ST06 ZPZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for ST06 ZPZ shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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