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DY06 TXC

2006 BMW 1 Series

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2014
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

78,000 mi
Last recorded78,000 miles
Recorded on13 May 2013
Typical for 2006 BMW 1 Series88,298 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY06 TXC
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Fail 13 May 2013 78,000 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front n/s and o/s brake pads low.

Pass 13 May 2013 78,000 miles

front n/s and o/s brake pads low.

Pass 11 May 2012 77,357 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 69,137 miles

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

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

Pass 7 May 2009 64,778 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2009 61,489 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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DY06 TXC is a 2006 BMW 1 Series in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 DY06 TXC, 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 DY06 TXC?

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What year was DY06 TXC registered?

DY06 TXC is a 2006 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 16 March 2006.

Is DY06 TXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY06 TXC shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DY06 TXC have outstanding finance?

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