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FG06 NHV

2006 BMW 1 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2023
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

149,740 mi
Last recorded149,740 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2022
Typical for 2006 BMW 1 Series88,298 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG06 NHV
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2022 149,740 miles

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

Fail 31 Oct 2022 149,735 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 29 Oct 2021 145,647 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated all (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

tpm light on

Fail 29 Oct 2021 145,647 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated all (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault removed before test (7.1.6 (a))

tpm light on

Pass 29 Oct 2020 143,209 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated all (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 Aug 2019 139,156 miles

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

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 30 Aug 2018 135,349 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2018 135,346 miles

Windscreen in such a condition that visibility through swept area is seriously affected (3.2 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Oct 2017 129,445 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Fail 2 Oct 2017 129,445 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault sensor (3.4.1c)

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 8 Sep 2016 109,890 miles

Both rear tyres close to limit

Brake pad wear indicator illuminated

Engine covers fitted

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Strewing angle sensor light on

Under trays fitted

Fail 6 Sep 2016 109,890 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Both rear tyres close to limit

Brake pad wear indicator illuminated

Engine covers fitted

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Strewing angle sensor light on

Under trays fitted

Pass 20 Jul 2015 91,513 miles

Oil leak

rear discs scorched

Pass 23 Jul 2014 79,364 miles

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

Fail 23 Jul 2014 79,360 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

Pass 21 Jun 2013 68,599 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 65,279 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front tyres wearing on outer edges

Pass 20 Jun 2011 57,303 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 45,532 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2009 33,048 miles

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 10 Jun 2009 33,033 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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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FG06 NHV is a 2006 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel 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 FG06 NHV, 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 FG06 NHV registered?

FG06 NHV is a 2006 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 9 June 2006.

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