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GF56 ORS

2006 BMW 1 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2022
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

138,338 mi
Last recorded138,338 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2021
Typical for 2006 BMW 1 Series88,298 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF56 ORS
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2021 138,338 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fractured at bridge over valve wheel outer damaged (5.2.2 (a))

Fail 24 Feb 2021 138,338 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Front Road wheel fractured at bridge over valve wheel outer damaged (5.2.2 (a))

Pass 30 Nov 2019 135,196 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2018 126,436 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2017 120,354 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Jul 2016 116,773 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Fail 18 Jul 2016 116,773 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 25 Jul 2015 109,283 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Aug 2014 101,719 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 6 Jul 2013 83,185 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Jul 2012 69,995 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2011 64,558 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2010 47,565 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2009 38,285 miles

N/S front tyre bald on outer edge

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

O/S front tyre almost bald on outer edge

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

Fail 2 Oct 2009 38,285 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

N/S front tyre bald on outer edge

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

O/S front tyre almost bald on outer edge

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

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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GF56 ORS is a 2006 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 GF56 ORS, 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

How do I check the history of GF56 ORS?

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What year was GF56 ORS registered?

GF56 ORS is a 2006 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 6 November 2006.

Is GF56 ORS safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF56 ORS shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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