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GL06 WMG

2006 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2024
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

175,543 mi
Last recorded175,543 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2023
Typical for 2006 BMW 1 Series88,298 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL06 WMG
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2023 175,543 miles

Parking brake requirements only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil O/S N/S (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement O/S N/S (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive O/S N/S (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge O/S N/S (5.2.3 (e))

Under trays fitted

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Mar 2022 162,010 miles

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

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

engine & sill covers fitted

Fail 9 Mar 2022 162,010 miles

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

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

engine & sill covers fitted

Pass 6 Mar 2021 143,058 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Mar 2020 132,070 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

TYRE LIGHT ON

Pass 8 Feb 2019 113,675 miles

slight play in front joints

Pass 7 Mar 2018 104,750 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 20 Feb 2017 98,106 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2016 88,854 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 64,925 miles

both front tyres starting to wear low on inner edges of tread

Pass 27 Jun 2013 56,551 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2013 56,551 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Pass 13 Jun 2012 47,398 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 39,116 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 30,147 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2009 21,774 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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GL06 WMG is a 2006 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 GL06 WMG, 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 GL06 WMG registered?

GL06 WMG is a 2006 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 29 June 2006.

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