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LD56 TFU

2006 BMW 1 Series

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2022
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

109,521 mi
Last recorded109,521 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2021
Typical for 2006 BMW 1 Series88,298 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD56 TFU
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2021 109,521 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2020 105,537 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 20 Aug 2019 101,746 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2018 98,469 miles

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Fail 8 Aug 2018 98,468 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn lower front arm bush (marked yellow) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 8 Aug 2017 90,845 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)

Fail 8 Aug 2017 90,845 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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 13 Aug 2016 82,056 miles

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

brake pad warning light on

Fail 11 Aug 2016 82,049 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

brake pad warning light on

Pass 30 Jul 2015 74,617 miles

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

adivse brake warning light on dash

Pass 11 Aug 2014 70,167 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)

both front tyres worn on the outer edges

brake pad warning light on

Fail 8 Aug 2014 70,154 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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)

both front tyres worn on the outer edges

brake pad warning light on

Pass 27 Jul 2013 65,069 miles

Both rear tyres worn on inner edge.

Pass 8 Aug 2012 56,164 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2011 46,265 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2011 46,265 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Jun 2010 36,903 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 29,157 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2009 29,144 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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 TFU is a 2006 BMW 1 Series in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 TFU, 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 LD56 TFU registered?

LD56 TFU is a 2006 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 30 September 2006.

Is LD56 TFU safe to buy?

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