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AV56 ZHC

2006 BMW 1 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2019
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

83,046 mi
Last recorded83,046 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2018
Typical for 2006 BMW 1 Series88,298 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV56 ZHC
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2018 83,046 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2018 83,044 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Feb 2017 70,516 miles

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

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

Fail 16 Feb 2017 70,513 miles

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Both (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Pass 19 Feb 2016 62,157 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2015 51,574 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2015 51,574 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2014 42,011 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2013 32,423 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 24,519 miles

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

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

n/s/f tyre wearing on outter edge

Pass 16 Mar 2011 17,081 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 10,358 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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 ZHC is a 2006 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 ZHC, 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 AV56 ZHC registered?

AV56 ZHC is a 2006 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 27 December 2006.

Is AV56 ZHC safe to buy?

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