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EF56 AXC

2006 BMW 1 Series

Black Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2022
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

94,324 mi
Last recorded94,324 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2021
Typical for 2006 BMW 1 Series88,298 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF56 AXC
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2021 94,324 miles

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

Pass 19 Nov 2019 88,939 miles

Engine covers under-trays and outer Sill covers fitted.

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

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

Pass 15 Nov 2018 85,041 miles

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

engine covers & under trays & sill covers fitted

Fail 15 Nov 2018 85,041 miles

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

Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

engine covers & under trays & sill covers fitted

Pass 20 Nov 2017 82,425 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2017 82,425 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 31 Oct 2016 79,570 miles

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

Offside 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)

Pass 17 Nov 2015 77,468 miles

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

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

engine oil leak

Pass 14 Nov 2014 73,502 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2013 63,324 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

covers over both sills

Pass 29 Oct 2012 48,700 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2011 38,199 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Nov 2010 33,807 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2009 24,903 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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EF56 AXC is a 2006 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 EF56 AXC, 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 EF56 AXC registered?

EF56 AXC is a 2006 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 20 November 2006.

Is EF56 AXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF56 AXC shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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