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AV56 VHU

2006 BMW 1 Series

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2013
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

65,959 mi
Last recorded65,959 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2012
Typical for 2006 BMW 1 Series88,298 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV56 VHU
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2012 65,959 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2011 50,519 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2011 50,519 miles

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

Pass 4 Dec 2009 37,937 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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AV56 VHU is a 2006 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 AV56 VHU, 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

How do I check the history of AV56 VHU?

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What year was AV56 VHU registered?

AV56 VHU is a 2006 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 23 November 2006.

Is AV56 VHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV56 VHU shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AV56 VHU have outstanding finance?

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