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FL56 VMF

2006 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2025
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

183,950 mi
Last recorded183,950 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2024
Typical for 2006 BMW 1 Series88,298 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL56 VMF
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2024 183,950 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2024 183,950 miles

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

Pass 3 Mar 2023 181,577 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2023 181,577 miles

Nearside Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Mar 2022 179,274 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2022 179,274 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Feb 2021 176,827 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2021 176,827 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Feb 2020 175,798 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2019 174,145 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2018 172,063 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2017 167,374 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2016 159,551 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2016 159,551 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Feb 2015 149,554 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2015 149,554 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 17 Aug 2013 128,635 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2012 119,378 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Aug 2011 89,438 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 24 Aug 2010 73,610 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Sep 2009 57,831 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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FL56 VMF is a 2006 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 FL56 VMF, 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 FL56 VMF registered?

FL56 VMF is a 2006 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 27 September 2006.

Is FL56 VMF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL56 VMF shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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