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SY56 NWB

2006 BMW F Series

Blue Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Mar 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

23,618 mi
Last recorded23,618 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW F Series19,044 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY56 NWB
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2026 23,618 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2025 23,544 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2024 23,449 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2023 22,702 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2022 22,143 miles
Pass 14 May 2021 22,137 miles

Offside Rear foreign object in drive belt

Fail 11 Dec 2020 22,130 miles

Central Front Lower Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear drive belt slightly damaged

Pass 6 Dec 2019 22,099 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2018 21,945 miles

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

Pass 1 Dec 2017 20,175 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 19,913 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 16,770 miles
Fail 13 May 2016 16,770 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2015 14,681 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 11,446 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 7,215 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 4,474 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2010 3,360 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2009 2,528 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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SY56 NWB is a 2006 BMW F Series in Blue with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 SY56 NWB, 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 SY56 NWB?

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What year was SY56 NWB registered?

SY56 NWB is a 2006 BMW F Series, first registered on 29 September 2006.

Is SY56 NWB safe to buy?

The MOT history for SY56 NWB shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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