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WR56 PFE

2006 BMW F Series

Blue Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jun 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

39,233 mi
Last recorded39,233 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW F Series19,044 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWR56 PFE
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2026 39,233 miles
Pass 12 May 2025 36,273 miles

Nearside Rear foot peg loos

Nearside foot peg rubber worn

Offside Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Fail 2 May 2025 36,255 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear foot peg loos

Nearside foot peg rubber worn

Offside Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 18 May 2023 35,549 miles
Fail 18 May 2023 35,549 miles

Shock absorber likely to become detached osf upper pinch bolt loose (5.3.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Jan 2022 34,872 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2020 34,854 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 11 Feb 2019 34,820 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2018 34,008 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2017 33,681 miles

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

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

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 12 Feb 2016 32,933 miles

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

Rear Rear wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.4.A.2c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' with front wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' with weight on lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 13 Feb 2015 31,349 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2014 29,505 miles

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

Fail 7 Feb 2014 29,505 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

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

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Steering damper ineffective (2.1.2d)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 1 Feb 2013
Pass 3 Feb 2012 21,277 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 10 Feb 2011 16,476 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2009 13,437 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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WR56 PFE is a 2006 BMW F Series in Blue with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 WR56 PFE, 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 WR56 PFE registered?

WR56 PFE is a 2006 BMW F Series, first registered on 16 December 2006.

Is WR56 PFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for WR56 PFE shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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