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LA06 UPV

2006 BMW 130

Black Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Feb 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

96,647 mi
Last recorded96,647 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW 13074,615 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA06 UPV
MakeBMW
Model130
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2026 96,647 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Feb 2025 90,934 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2023 90,043 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2023 90,043 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 27 Jan 2022 86,997 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2022 86,997 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect bulb fitted in correct (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 30 Jan 2021 84,726 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2021 84,726 miles

Central Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 31 May 2019 79,097 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2018 74,101 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2017 66,114 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

front brake flexi pipes cracking up

offside front tyre cracking up on tread

oil leaks

Fail 15 Feb 2017 66,114 miles

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

engine covers and under trays fitted

front brake flexi pipes cracking up

offside front tyre cracking up on tread

oil leaks

Pass 29 Feb 2016 60,575 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2015 53,841 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2014 48,142 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 41,117 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2013 41,117 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 21 Mar 2012 35,055 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 28,286 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 22,130 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 19,234 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the BMW 130?

Based on 21,905 MOT tests across 1,307 vehicles.

80.8%
Pass Rate
5,977
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
1,307
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 517
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 264
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 152
Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 151
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 143
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LA06 UPV is a 2006 BMW 130 in Black with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 2006 BMW 130 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.1% with a typical mileage of 74,615 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 130 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 517 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LA06 UPV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 130 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 20 years old, this BMW 130 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LA06 UPV registered?

LA06 UPV is a 2006 BMW 130, first registered on 14 July 2006.

Is LA06 UPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LA06 UPV shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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