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AK56 WCT

2006 BMW F Series

Grey Petrol 800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

35,714 mi
Last recorded35,714 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW F Series19,044 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK56 WCT
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine800cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2025 35,714 miles
Pass 17 May 2024 35,336 miles
Pass 24 May 2023 34,117 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2022 33,307 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2021 31,468 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2019 30,231 miles

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

Rear Damage on rear drive belt, 2 of.

Pass 13 Sep 2016 30,215 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Nearside Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Offside Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Pass 6 Jul 2015 28,510 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 3 Jul 2015 28,510 miles

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

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 20 May 2014 26,287 miles
Fail 17 May 2014 26,287 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 18 May 2013 22,604 miles
Fail 4 May 2013 22,536 miles

Nearside Front 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))

Pass 7 Dec 2011 19,921 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2011 19,841 miles

Headlamp damaged and function impaired (1.2.3a)

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

Pass 30 Oct 2010 15,333 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2009 12,481 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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AK56 WCT is a 2006 BMW F Series in Grey with a 800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 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 AK56 WCT, 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 AK56 WCT registered?

AK56 WCT is a 2006 BMW F Series, first registered on 17 November 2006.

Is AK56 WCT safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK56 WCT shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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