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EO06 VWE

2006 BMW 1 Series

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2023
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

154,534 mi
Last recorded154,534 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2022
Typical for 2006 BMW 1 Series88,298 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO06 VWE
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2022 154,534 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jun 2019 143,620 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 11 Jun 2019 143,616 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Feb 2018 138,268 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Fail 10 Feb 2018 138,268 miles

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

Offside Front Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 28 Jan 2017 135,233 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2016 127,102 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

wipers worn. exhaust rusty

Pass 24 Jun 2014 116,396 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 106,776 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 93,393 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2010 65,143 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 50,770 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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EO06 VWE is a 2006 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 EO06 VWE, 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 EO06 VWE registered?

EO06 VWE is a 2006 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 13 March 2006.

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The MOT history for EO06 VWE shows 12 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.

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