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AE56 WHF

2006 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2021
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

160,681 mi
Last recorded160,681 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2020
Typical for 2006 BMW 12090,950 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE56 WHF
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2020 160,681 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 4 Feb 2019 135,547 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Feb 2018 124,041 miles

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

Pass 29 Dec 2016 116,228 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2016 116,228 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Dec 2015 108,161 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2014 99,503 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2014 99,503 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 22 Nov 2013 92,003 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2013 92,003 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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

Pass 26 May 2012 81,953 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2011 68,088 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 49,008 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2009 48,980 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

nsf tyre worn inner edge suggest replaced soon and wheel alignment checked

How Reliable is the BMW 120?

Based on 872,714 MOT tests across 63,112 vehicles.

79.7%
Pass Rate
6,996
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
63,112
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 22,169
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 8,562
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 6,681
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 5,273
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 5,042
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AE56 WHF is a 2006 BMW 120 in Black 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 120 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 90,950 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 120 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 22,169 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AE56 WHF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 120 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 20 years old, this BMW 120 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AE56 WHF?

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What year was AE56 WHF registered?

AE56 WHF is a 2006 BMW 120, first registered on 28 September 2006.

Is AE56 WHF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE56 WHF shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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