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AO56 VBX

2006 BMW 1 Series

Red Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2022
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

90,257 mi
Last recorded90,257 miles
Recorded on21 May 2021
Typical for 2006 BMW 1 Series88,298 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO56 VBX
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 May 2021 90,257 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Dec 2020 87,483 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Dec 2019 81,793 miles

engine cover & undertray fitted

Pass 29 Dec 2018 80,570 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

engine cover and undertray fitted

Fail 29 Dec 2018 80,570 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

engine cover and undertray fitted

Pass 13 Jan 2018 75,445 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2017 64,428 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2016 52,774 miles

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

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

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

Pass 7 Jan 2015 44,115 miles

body damage nearside

dents offside body

Pass 13 Jan 2014 40,997 miles

body damage nearside and offside

nearside wiper blade split

Pass 6 Nov 2012 33,958 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2011 28,722 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2010 24,067 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2009 15,728 miles

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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AO56 VBX is a 2006 BMW 1 Series in Red with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 AO56 VBX, 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.

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What year was AO56 VBX registered?

AO56 VBX is a 2006 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 29 December 2006.

Is AO56 VBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO56 VBX shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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