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GF06 KTO

2006 BMW 1 Series

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2020
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

171,234 mi
Last recorded171,234 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2019
Typical for 2006 BMW 1 Series88,298 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF06 KTO
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2019 171,234 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Fail 21 Oct 2019 171,192 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Pass 26 Oct 2018 166,292 miles

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

Nearside Rear All position lamps have a product on the lenses but not adversely affecting light output (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear All position lamps have a product on the lenses but not adversely affecting light output (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

various warning lights on dash

Fail 20 Oct 2018 166,245 miles

Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear All position lamps have a product on the lenses but not adversely affecting light output (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear All position lamps have a product on the lenses but not adversely affecting light output (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

various warning lights on dash

Pass 30 Oct 2017 151,721 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2016 147,201 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2015 145,358 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2014 137,647 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2013 135,753 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2012 124,067 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Oct 2012 124,067 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 93,780 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2011 93,780 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 14 Sep 2010 64,940 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2010 64,940 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 16 Apr 2010 58,110 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 44,014 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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GF06 KTO is a 2006 BMW 1 Series in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 GF06 KTO, 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.

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What year was GF06 KTO registered?

GF06 KTO is a 2006 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 29 April 2006.

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