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GY56 KUX

2006 BMW 1 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Nov 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

59,521 mi
Last recorded59,521 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW 1 Series88,298 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY56 KUX
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2025 59,521 miles

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

Pass 1 Nov 2024 55,820 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2023 54,878 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2022 53,944 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2022 53,944 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose damaged and likely to fail (1.1.12 (a)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Dec 2021 53,236 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2021 52,814 miles

all 4 discs corroded

Pass 30 Jan 2020 52,623 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2019 51,956 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2017 50,999 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2016 50,082 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2015 49,462 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2014 46,684 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2013 43,757 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2012 40,846 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2011 34,002 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2010 28,818 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2009 25,010 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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GY56 KUX is a 2006 BMW 1 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 GY56 KUX, 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 GY56 KUX registered?

GY56 KUX is a 2006 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 28 September 2006.

Is GY56 KUX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GY56 KUX shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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