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GJ06 RLZ

2006 BMW 1 Series

Blue Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jan 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

63,357 mi
Last recorded63,357 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW 1 Series88,298 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ06 RLZ
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2026 63,357 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 10 Jan 2025 61,163 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Jan 2025 61,163 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jan 2024 60,389 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive under engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Jan 2024 60,389 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive under engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 9 Jan 2023 59,492 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

front to rear brake and fuel pipes covered by under trays

Pass 10 Jan 2022 58,164 miles

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive quite bad (8.4.1 (a) (i))

front sub frame,steering rack,chassis and front to rear brake and fuel pipes covered by under trays

Pass 8 Jan 2021 57,701 miles

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jan 2020 57,212 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2019 56,039 miles

Fuel cap seal perishing.

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jan 2018 54,948 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2017 54,057 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2016 51,829 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2015 47,301 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2013 34,869 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2013 29,511 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2012 21,964 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2011 16,054 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2010 12,363 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2009 9,625 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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GJ06 RLZ is a 2006 BMW 1 Series in Blue with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 GJ06 RLZ, 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 GJ06 RLZ registered?

GJ06 RLZ is a 2006 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 15 March 2006.

Is GJ06 RLZ safe to buy?

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