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WU06 VHC

2006 BMW F Series

Red Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

29,329 mi
Last recorded29,329 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW F Series19,044 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU06 VHC
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 29,329 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2025 28,342 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2023 26,481 miles
Pass 18 May 2022 25,115 miles
Pass 7 May 2021 23,186 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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Feb 2020 21,155 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2019 20,202 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2018 19,237 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2016 17,629 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2016 17,627 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 15 Dec 2015 15,306 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 15 Dec 2015 15,306 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 5 Dec 2014 12,589 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

Fail 5 Dec 2014 12,589 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 31 Oct 2013 8,850 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Fail 31 Oct 2013 8,850 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Pass 15 Jun 2011 8,016 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

lots of free movement at rear brake pedal possible part siezed piston ?

Fail 14 Jun 2011 8,016 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

lots of free movement at rear brake pedal possible part siezed piston ?

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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WU06 VHC is a 2006 BMW F Series in Red with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 WU06 VHC, 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 WU06 VHC registered?

WU06 VHC is a 2006 BMW F Series, first registered on 24 March 2006.

Is WU06 VHC safe to buy?

The MOT history for WU06 VHC shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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