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AP56 DSU

2006 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2022
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

166,987 mi
Last recorded166,987 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2021
Typical for 2006 BMW 1 Series88,298 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP56 DSU
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2021 166,987 miles

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Nov 2020 162,002 miles

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

Pass 18 Nov 2019 153,586 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both front (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Dec 2018 140,284 miles

under body covered in mud

Pass 20 Nov 2017 129,356 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 11 Jan 2017 121,298 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2016 112,106 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2015 104,715 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2013 89,067 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2013 89,067 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 8 Nov 2012 74,068 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2011 56,933 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2011 56,933 miles

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

Pass 4 Nov 2010 42,859 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2009 29,868 miles

nearside front tyre worn on outer edge advise

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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AP56 DSU is a 2006 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 AP56 DSU, 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 AP56 DSU registered?

AP56 DSU is a 2006 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 19 December 2006.

Is AP56 DSU safe to buy?

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