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BJ06 VFK

2006 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2021
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

137,295 mi
Last recorded137,295 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2019
Typical for 2006 BMW 1 Series88,298 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ06 VFK
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2019 137,295 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

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

Pass 27 Jul 2018 127,260 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2017 119,439 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 107,852 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2014 105,983 miles

clutch bearing noisy

service light on dash

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

Pass 25 Jun 2013 94,950 miles

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

Fail 25 Jun 2013 94,950 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Pass 30 Apr 2012 86,275 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 73,847 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 58,151 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2010 58,151 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 15 Jun 2009 41,283 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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BJ06 VFK is a 2006 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 BJ06 VFK, 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 BJ06 VFK registered?

BJ06 VFK is a 2006 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 21 April 2006.

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