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BL06 UXW

2006 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Aug 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

108,217 mi
Last recorded108,217 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW 1 Series88,298 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL06 UXW
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2025 108,217 miles

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 8 Aug 2024 103,996 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated all round (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

under trays fitted

Pass 29 Jul 2023 95,723 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2022 94,303 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2021 90,942 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2020 88,382 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2019 85,706 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2018 80,984 miles

near side rear inner wheel rim dented and buckled

Fail 17 Jul 2018 80,980 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

near side front inner wheel rim dented and buckled

Pass 18 Jul 2017 75,791 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 70,173 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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)

Pass 16 Jul 2015 62,915 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2014 57,430 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2013 49,977 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 42,917 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 34,402 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2010 27,334 miles

Offside Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Pass 5 Aug 2010 27,334 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 27,258 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2010 27,258 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 6 Jun 2009 21,359 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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BL06 UXW is a 2006 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 BL06 UXW, 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 BL06 UXW registered?

BL06 UXW is a 2006 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 30 June 2006.

Is BL06 UXW safe to buy?

The MOT history for BL06 UXW shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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