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BV56 EKW

2006 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Mar 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

143,171 mi
Last recorded143,171 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW 1 Series88,298 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV56 EKW
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2026 143,171 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2025 141,020 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipe coating swollen due to water retention (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Fail 18 Mar 2025 141,020 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipe coating swollen due to water retention (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect bulb not seated correctly (4.1.2 (c))

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

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 11 Mar 2024 138,549 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Mar 2023 136,602 miles

Central Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear flex to caliper (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Mar 2022 134,245 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Mar 2021 132,481 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Mar 2020 127,710 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2019 116,586 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2018 107,879 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2017 96,048 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2016 88,539 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2016 88,539 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Feb 2015 80,393 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2014 76,933 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2014 76,930 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 11 Dec 2012 72,144 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 65,901 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 54,713 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2009 39,062 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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BV56 EKW is a 2006 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 BV56 EKW, 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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BV56 EKW is a 2006 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 19 September 2006.

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