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BT06 XVZ

2006 BMW 1 Series

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2022
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

150,279 mi
Last recorded150,279 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2021
Typical for 2006 BMW 1 Series88,298 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT06 XVZ
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2021 150,279 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated N/S and O/S (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 14 Dec 2021 150,279 miles

Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible HID Kits fitted (4.1.4 (c))

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour N/S and O/S (4.4.3 (a))

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated N/S and O/S (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 18 Nov 2019 146,792 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2018 143,304 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Nov 2018 143,297 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Dec 2016 135,533 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

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

Pass 11 Dec 2015 130,413 miles

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

Fail 11 Dec 2015 130,413 miles

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 13 Nov 2014 120,844 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2013 116,284 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 111,821 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2012 111,821 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 19 Oct 2010 101,654 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 93,944 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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BT06 XVZ is a 2006 BMW 1 Series in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 BT06 XVZ, 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 BT06 XVZ registered?

BT06 XVZ is a 2006 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 30 June 2006.

Is BT06 XVZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT06 XVZ shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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