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BJ06 ZXH

2006 BMW 1 Series

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jul 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

125,476 mi
Last recorded125,476 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW 1 Series88,298 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ06 ZXH
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2025 125,476 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2024 116,430 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2023 109,781 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2023 109,781 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Jul 2022 103,488 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Mar 2021 103,082 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Mar 2020 99,506 miles

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

Fail 19 Mar 2020 99,506 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 28 Mar 2019 91,478 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2018 83,303 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 75,293 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 72,205 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 66,242 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2013 57,746 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2012 52,560 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Pass 30 Jun 2011 44,460 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 35,045 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

flat tyre warning illuminated on dash display

front reg plate damaged

Pass 31 Mar 2009 24,304 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 ZXH is a 2006 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 BJ06 ZXH, 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 BJ06 ZXH registered?

BJ06 ZXH is a 2006 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 22 April 2006.

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