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LD56 PXT

2006 BMW 1 Series

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2022
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

180,121 mi
Last recorded180,121 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2021
Typical for 2006 BMW 1 Series88,298 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD56 PXT
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2021 180,121 miles

All direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

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

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

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

Fail 4 Nov 2021 179,751 miles

Front Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Lower Exhaust diesel particulate filter shows evidence of tampering. dpf been removed (8.2.2.1 (c))

Central Front radiator an inter cooler cable tied in place but secure

Pass 13 Nov 2020 167,580 miles

Nearside 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 Rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 12 Nov 2020 167,574 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside 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 Rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 27 Apr 2019 159,783 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 9 May 2018 158,550 miles

engine bay covers fitted obscuring some components

plastic under covers fitted obscuring some components

Pass 9 May 2017 139,602 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)

Pass 19 Apr 2016 123,719 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.4 mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 16 Apr 2016 123,719 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.4mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 May 2015 113,401 miles

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

Pass 23 Nov 2013 103,010 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2011 102,529 miles

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

Fail 25 Jan 2010 63,421 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 25 Jan 2010 63,421 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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LD56 PXT is a 2006 BMW 1 Series in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 LD56 PXT, 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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LD56 PXT is a 2006 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 15 December 2006.

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