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GK06 RGO

2006 BMW 1 Series

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2010
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

118,956 mi
Last recorded118,956 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2009
Typical for 2006 BMW 1 Series88,298 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK06 RGO
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2009 118,956 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2009 118,956 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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GK06 RGO is a 2006 BMW 1 Series in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 GK06 RGO, 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 GK06 RGO?

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What year was GK06 RGO registered?

GK06 RGO is a 2006 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 1 March 2006.

Is GK06 RGO safe to buy?

The MOT history for GK06 RGO shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GK06 RGO have outstanding finance?

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