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AK06 EJG

2006 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2024
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

158,701 mi
Last recorded158,701 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2023
Typical for 2006 BMW 11889,203 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK06 EJG
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2023 158,701 miles

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

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both rear

Pass 2 Jul 2022 155,684 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Rear body damage

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both rear (4.4.3 (a))

clutch noisy on operation

Pass 15 Oct 2020 143,558 miles

body work damage

brake pedal slightly spongy

Fail 5 Oct 2020 143,554 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 3 Oct 2019 138,346 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 134,862 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2017 131,584 miles

Both front tyre wearing on edges

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

Pass 29 Jun 2016 122,338 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2015 100,539 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Sep 2013 80,908 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2013 80,908 miles

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

Pass 14 Jan 2013 75,772 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Jan 2012 65,737 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2011 56,622 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2010 41,786 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 31,445 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2009 31,445 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Apr 2008 15,967 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2008 15,961 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

The N/S/R tyre tread depth is worn to 1.6mm The O/S/R tyre tread depth is worn to 2mm. Both fronts are 6mm.

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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AK06 EJG is a 2006 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 AK06 EJG, 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 AK06 EJG registered?

AK06 EJG is a 2006 BMW 118, first registered on 21 March 2006.

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