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AJ56 XPF

2006 BMW 118

Black Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jul 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

141,927 mi
Last recorded141,927 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW 11889,203 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ56 XPF
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2025 141,927 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 10 Aug 2024 138,100 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2023 131,268 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Aug 2022 120,756 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Aug 2021 114,478 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 25 Aug 2020 106,634 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2019 99,898 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2018 93,796 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2018 93,764 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear arm outer bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2017 82,693 miles

Nearside front wheel distorted around inner rim bead

Nearside rear wheel distorted around inner rim bead

Pass 18 May 2017 82,329 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2016 79,750 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2015 73,506 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2014 66,983 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2013 60,404 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2012 54,512 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2011 47,509 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2010 39,812 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2009 31,846 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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AJ56 XPF is a 2006 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 AJ56 XPF, 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

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What year was AJ56 XPF registered?

AJ56 XPF is a 2006 BMW 118, first registered on 29 December 2006.

Is AJ56 XPF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ56 XPF shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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