Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2006 Bashan Unknown?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2006 Bashan Unknown?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2006 Bashan Unknown?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2006 Bashan Unknown?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Bashan Unknown (2006)

125 real MOT outcomes analysed • 4.4% first-time pass rate

2006 Bashan Unknown

CarHunch is tracking 125 2006 Bashan Unknown vehicles on UK roads. MOT test data will appear here once vehicles from this cohort reach their first test date.

MOT statistics not available

We have 125 2006 Bashan Unknown vehicles on record but don't have enough MOT test data to show reliable statistics for this cohort.

What to check before buying a 2006 Bashan Unknown

Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.

📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.

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Mileage Distribution

Most 2006 Bashan Unknown vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

520

low mileage

578

typical

944

high mileage

Half of all 2006 Bashan Unknown vehicles fall between 520 and 944 miles.

Most Common MOT Issues — 2006 Bashan Unknown

Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.

50%

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value
25%

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements
25%

Offside Rear Road wheel fixing loose
25%

Nearside Obligatory mirror missing
25%

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated
25%

Front Stop lamp(s) all not working
25%

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play
25%

Rear reflector missing

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2006. Counts include advisories and failures.

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