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BV06 OBS

2006 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

117,372 mi
Last recorded117,372 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2017
Typical for 2006 BMW 1 Series88,298 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV06 OBS
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2017 117,372 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 105,679 miles

front brake hoses perished

rear brake discs worn

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

front brake discs worn

Fail 26 Apr 2016 105,679 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

front brake discs worn

front brake hoses perished

rear brake discs worn

Pass 28 Apr 2015 100,569 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

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

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

both front brake hoses perished

front and rear brake dics worn

Pass 17 Apr 2014 89,712 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2013 76,724 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 30 Apr 2013 76,724 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 67,514 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2011 55,914 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2010 44,803 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 34,535 miles

inside front brake pads becoming worn

slight wear to front brake discs

Pass 7 Apr 2009 32,120 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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BV06 OBS 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 BV06 OBS, 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 BV06 OBS registered?

BV06 OBS is a 2006 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 28 March 2006.

Is BV06 OBS safe to buy?

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