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EO56 XPG

2006 BMW 1 Series

Silver Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

107,864 mi
Last recorded107,864 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW 1 Series88,298 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO56 XPG
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2025 107,864 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2024 103,099 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2023 95,806 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2023 95,806 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Jan 2022 84,048 miles

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

under trays fitted

Fail 8 Jan 2022 84,048 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

under trays fitted

Pass 27 Jan 2021 75,094 miles

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

Pass 29 Jul 2019 65,374 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2018 61,997 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2017 56,482 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2016 49,622 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2015 44,901 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2014 39,664 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2013 35,076 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2012 30,250 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2011 25,607 miles

under car covers unable to cheak fuel and brake pipe`s

Pass 18 Nov 2010 19,695 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2009 14,720 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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EO56 XPG is a 2006 BMW 1 Series in Silver with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 EO56 XPG, 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 EO56 XPG registered?

EO56 XPG is a 2006 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 25 September 2006.

Is EO56 XPG safe to buy?

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