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VN06 YHF

2006 BMW F Series

Red Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2021
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

34,398 mi
Last recorded34,398 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2020
Typical for 2006 BMW F Series19,044 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN06 YHF
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2020 34,398 miles

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

Front Steering operation insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.4 (e))

Pass 31 May 2019 26,409 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 23 May 2019 26,248 miles

All position lamps not working NO LOW BEAM OR REAR LIGHT (4.2.1 (a))

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 May 2018 20,707 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 13,217 miles
Fail 23 May 2017 13,180 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

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

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

Offside 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))

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

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 May 2016 6,641 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 26 May 2015 3,021 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2013 3,017 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 2,650 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 25 Feb 2010 1,858 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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VN06 YHF is a 2006 BMW F Series in Red with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 VN06 YHF, 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 VN06 YHF registered?

VN06 YHF is a 2006 BMW F Series, first registered on 16 June 2006.

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