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EK55 UFY

2006 BMW F Series

Silver Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Mar 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

56,334 mi
Last recorded56,334 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW F Series19,044 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK55 UFY
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2026 56,334 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 5 Dec 2024 56,317 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2023 53,561 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect Linkage/shock starting to seize (5.3.2 (b))

Suspect front shock leaking (gaiters fitted)

Pass 15 Feb 2022 53,476 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2022 53,476 miles

Front Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain so worn it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Nov 2020 51,026 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2019 48,773 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2018 46,393 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2017 46,084 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 43,258 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 22 Jul 2015 40,960 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2014 38,046 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2014 38,046 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

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

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

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

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

Pass 21 Mar 2013 34,869 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2013 34,869 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 15 Mar 2012 31,499 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2012 31,443 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 15 Mar 2011 28,569 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2010 25,639 miles

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

Fail 9 Mar 2010 25,639 miles

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 2 Jan 2009 19,032 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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EK55 UFY is a 2006 BMW F Series in Silver with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 EK55 UFY, 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 EK55 UFY registered?

EK55 UFY is a 2006 BMW F Series, first registered on 7 January 2006.

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