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ERZ 6123

2006 BMW 1 Series

Blue Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2026
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

91,641 mi
Last recorded91,641 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW 1 Series88,298 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationERZ 6123
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2025 91,641 miles

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Fail 25 Aug 2025 91,641 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 10 Sep 2024 88,147 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Windscreen stone chip in

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

Fail 9 Sep 2024 88,147 miles

Emissions NOx sensor obviously defective (8.2.1.1 (a))

Emissions oxygen sensor obviously defective (8.2.1.1 (a))

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Windscreen stone chip in

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

Pass 23 Aug 2023 78,576 miles

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

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Under tray engine cover fitted

Pass 2 Sep 2022 71,945 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2022 71,943 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 7 Sep 2021 68,931 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

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

Fail 7 Sep 2021 68,930 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

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

Pass 7 Sep 2020 65,133 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Fail 7 Sep 2020 65,133 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 30 Aug 2019 61,354 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 4 Sep 2018 58,280 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2018 58,280 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Sep 2018 58,280 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2017 52,292 miles

Front Both front tyres cracked in between tread

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

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

Pass 30 Aug 2016 49,706 miles

Both rear tyres close to legal limit

Both front tyres cracked in between tread pattern

Pass 4 Sep 2015 47,509 miles

All 4 tyres cracking between tread

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 8 Sep 2014 45,492 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2014 45,488 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 3 Sep 2013 41,633 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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ERZ 6123 is a 2006 BMW 1 Series in Blue with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 ERZ 6123, 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 ERZ 6123 registered?

ERZ 6123 is a 2006 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 31 December 2006.

Is ERZ 6123 safe to buy?

The MOT history for ERZ 6123 shows 21 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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