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VO56 LGC

2006 BMW F Series

Silver Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2020
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

38,132 mi
Last recorded38,132 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2019
Typical for 2006 BMW F Series19,044 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVO56 LGC
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2019 38,132 miles
Fail 24 May 2018 38,109 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

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

Pass 21 Mar 2017 34,150 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 22 Mar 2016 29,569 miles

Drive chain slightly loose chain requires adjustment but still functional (6.2.1d)

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion fork seal has slight misting of oil but not affecting performance (2.3.3)

Pass 20 Oct 2014 28,413 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 25,669 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2012 18,435 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 3 Aug 2011 16,724 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 LGC is a 2006 BMW F Series in Silver with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 VO56 LGC, 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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What year was VO56 LGC registered?

VO56 LGC is a 2006 BMW F Series, first registered on 8 September 2006.

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