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16 DAV

2006 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2026
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

89,942 mi
Last recorded89,942 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW 11889,203 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration16 DAV
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 27 Feb 2025 89,942 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2024 87,741 miles

Rear Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))

headlamps not as standard fitment

Pass 22 Feb 2023 85,394 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2022 83,541 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2021 82,062 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2020 80,976 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2019 78,941 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2018 77,156 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2017 74,571 miles

unable to read emissions

Pass 22 Jun 2016 70,076 miles

slight movement in nearside inner top suspension bush

Pass 22 Jun 2015 63,013 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2014 55,294 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2013 47,394 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2012 40,012 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 37,903 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 30,713 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 24,950 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 118?

Based on 1,923,256 MOT tests across 197,877 vehicles.

81.5%
Pass Rate
6,893
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
197,877
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 33,763
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 14,229
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 10,699
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 8,439
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 6,974
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16 DAV is a 2006 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2006 BMW 118 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.2% with a typical mileage of 89,203 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 118 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 33,763 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 16 DAV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 118 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 20 years old, this BMW 118 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 16 DAV?

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What year was 16 DAV registered?

16 DAV is a 2006 BMW 118, first registered on 20 July 2006.

Is 16 DAV safe to buy?

The MOT history for 16 DAV shows 17 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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