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EF56 ZYT

2006 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jan 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

155,738 mi
Last recorded155,738 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW 1 Series88,298 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF56 ZYT
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2026 155,738 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

General corrosion underbody

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

Pass 14 Jan 2025 140,409 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 8 Jan 2024 114,276 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 13 Jan 2023 89,226 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2022 86,796 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2021 84,063 miles

Near side front tyre damaged

Pass 21 Jun 2019 78,488 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2018 65,725 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2018 65,725 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 6 Feb 2017 59,743 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2016 56,286 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2015 52,996 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2014 49,384 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2013 46,579 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2012 42,882 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2010 34,002 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 17 Dec 2009 25,948 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 ZYT is a 2006 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 ZYT, 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 ZYT registered?

EF56 ZYT is a 2006 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 31 December 2006.

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