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VK06 LXP

2006 BMW F Series

Red Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2021
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

39,300 mi
Last recorded39,300 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2020
Typical for 2006 BMW F Series19,044 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK06 LXP
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2020 39,300 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2019 38,173 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Sep 2017 37,863 miles

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

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

Fail 9 Sep 2017 37,863 miles

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired No clear beam pattern (1.2.3a)

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

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

Pass 19 Aug 2016 37,452 miles

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

Fail 19 Aug 2016 37,452 miles

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

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

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 18 Aug 2015 37,133 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 32,834 miles

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

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

Fail 14 Aug 2014 32,834 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

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

Pass 5 Aug 2013 29,963 miles

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

Fail 23 Mar 2013 28,594 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 23 Mar 2013 28,594 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 23,923 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 23,158 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 21,719 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 19,943 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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VK06 LXP is a 2006 BMW F Series in Red with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 VK06 LXP, 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 VK06 LXP registered?

VK06 LXP is a 2006 BMW F Series, first registered on 12 April 2006.

Is VK06 LXP safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK06 LXP shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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