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VO56 LFL

2006 BMW F Series

Grey Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

69,267 mi
Last recorded69,267 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2022
Typical for 2006 BMW F Series19,044 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVO56 LFL
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2022 69,267 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jan 2021 68,703 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))

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))

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

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

Fail 12 Jan 2021 68,703 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))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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))

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

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

Pass 17 Jul 2018 65,596 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2017 54,661 miles

Drive belt slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive belt worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Upper Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Upper Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 14 Jul 2017 54,661 miles

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

Drive belt slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive belt worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Upper Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Upper Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 21 May 2016 48,130 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 40,998 miles
Pass 31 May 2014 33,068 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2013 22,055 miles

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

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

Fail 18 May 2013 22,055 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 5 May 2012 18,465 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 3 Jun 2011 15,593 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2010 15,481 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2009 14,645 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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VO56 LFL is a 2006 BMW F Series in Grey with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 VO56 LFL, 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.

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VO56 LFL is a 2006 BMW F Series, first registered on 15 September 2006.

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