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DG56 AEF

2006 BMW 1 Series

Blue Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Nov 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

56,254 mi
Last recorded56,254 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW 1 Series88,298 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG56 AEF
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 56,254 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2024 53,790 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Nov 2023 50,826 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2022 44,546 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2021 42,843 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2019 38,323 miles

under trays obscuring some parts front +rear

Pass 9 Jun 2018 36,084 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2018 36,075 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords also tyre close to legal limit (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 18 Jan 2017 30,550 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2016 29,712 miles

Nearside Rear tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 19 Jan 2016 29,712 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp inoperative (3.6.G.2)

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

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

Nearside Rear tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 12 Jan 2015 28,836 miles

Bonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)

Pass 12 Jan 2015 28,836 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2013 25,614 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Nov 2012 23,750 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2012 23,750 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Nov 2011 21,505 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2010 18,341 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2009 13,408 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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DG56 AEF is a 2006 BMW 1 Series in Blue with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 DG56 AEF, 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

How do I check the history of DG56 AEF?

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What year was DG56 AEF registered?

DG56 AEF is a 2006 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 8 November 2006.

Is DG56 AEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG56 AEF shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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