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DY56 NFO

2006 BMW 1 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2018
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

97,996 mi
Last recorded97,996 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2017
Typical for 2006 BMW 1 Series88,298 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY56 NFO
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2017 97,996 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2017 97,996 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Jun 2016 94,250 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 81,867 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 26 Mar 2015 81,864 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 31 Mar 2014 74,986 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 31 Mar 2014 74,986 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2013 67,140 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2011 57,023 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2010 46,716 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 21 Aug 2009 38,616 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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DY56 NFO is a 2006 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 DY56 NFO, 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

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What year was DY56 NFO registered?

DY56 NFO is a 2006 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 16 September 2006.

Is DY56 NFO safe to buy?

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