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VU56 POA

2006 BMW F800

Blue Petrol 800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

41,579 mi
Last recorded41,579 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW F80030,371 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU56 POA
MakeBMW
ModelF800
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine800cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 41,579 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2026 41,579 miles

Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

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

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

Pass 15 Mar 2025 40,099 miles

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

Pass 7 Dec 2023 40,091 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2022 40,012 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2020 39,931 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2019 39,741 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2017 37,934 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 37,351 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2015 36,085 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 20 Aug 2014 32,213 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 31,212 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 29,510 miles

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

Pass 5 Aug 2011 28,156 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2010 22,822 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2009 17,532 miles

How Reliable is the BMW F800?

Based on 2,242 MOT tests across 222 vehicles.

89.0%
Pass Rate
1,320
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
222
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 16
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 16
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing 11
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 10
wheel bearings have excessive free play 7
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VU56 POA is a 2006 BMW F800 in Blue with a 800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2006 BMW F800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.4% with a typical mileage of 30,371 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW F800 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 16 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VU56 POA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW F800 typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 20 years old, this BMW F800 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VU56 POA registered?

VU56 POA is a 2006 BMW F800, first registered on 1 September 2006.

Is VU56 POA safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU56 POA shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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