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EY56 USL

2006 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2023
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

150,633 mi
Last recorded150,633 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2022
Typical for 2006 BMW 1 Series88,298 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEY56 USL
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2022 150,633 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 18 Jan 2021 145,273 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Jan 2020 139,679 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2020 139,535 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Nearside Front tyre bald on outer edge

both front tyre valve deteriorated

Pass 15 Jan 2019 132,743 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2018 125,596 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2017 118,733 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2017 118,733 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 21 Jan 2016 111,445 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2014 96,371 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 80,418 miles

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

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

Offside Front 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 22 Sep 2012 66,076 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

both front tyres wearing slightly on outer edges of tread

Pass 1 Oct 2011 48,367 miles

all inner brake pads appear to worn, monitor cbs

headlamp beam settings slightly adjusted

Pass 6 Oct 2010 33,098 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2009 21,218 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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EY56 USL is a 2006 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 EY56 USL, 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 EY56 USL registered?

EY56 USL is a 2006 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 5 October 2006.

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