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EK56 DMY

2006 BMW 1 Series

Grey Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

95,057 mi
Last recorded95,057 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2017
Typical for 2006 BMW 1 Series88,298 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK56 DMY
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2017 95,057 miles

Oil leak coming from behind undertray ()

centre exhaust mounting bracket broken

engine cover and undertray fitted

fuel cap seal perishing

Pass 25 Aug 2016 80,375 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 72,575 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 62,845 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 54,138 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 45,792 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 37,060 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2010 30,014 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 21,782 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2009 21,782 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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EK56 DMY is a 2006 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 EK56 DMY, 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 EK56 DMY registered?

EK56 DMY is a 2006 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 13 September 2006.

Is EK56 DMY safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK56 DMY shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EK56 DMY have outstanding finance?

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