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AK56 VXJ

2006 BMW 1 Series

Blue Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2017
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

112,298 mi
Last recorded112,298 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2016
Typical for 2006 BMW 1 Series88,298 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK56 VXJ
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2016 112,298 miles

Front Brake hose slightly chafed both sides (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Oil leak ()

Rear Brake hose slightly chafed both sides (3.6.B.4d)

engine light on

Fail 6 Jun 2016 112,298 miles

Front Brake hose slightly chafed both sides (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Oil leak ()

Rear Brake hose slightly chafed both sides (3.6.B.4d)

engine light on

Pass 1 Jun 2015 106,766 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 22 Apr 2014 94,752 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 May 2013 81,539 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 16 May 2012 74,663 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 16 May 2012 74,663 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 71,293 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2010 65,999 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2009 54,054 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2009 54,050 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the BMW 1 Series?

Based on 985,320 MOT tests across 97,716 vehicles.

82.6%
Pass Rate
6,872
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
97,716
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 11,465
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 4,886
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 4,140
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AK56 VXJ is a 2006 BMW 1 Series in Blue with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2006 BMW 1 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.8% with a typical mileage of 88,298 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 1 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 11,465 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AK56 VXJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 1 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 20 years old, this BMW 1 Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AK56 VXJ registered?

AK56 VXJ is a 2006 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 29 November 2006.

Is AK56 VXJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK56 VXJ shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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