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AK56 OWD

2006 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Feb 2027
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

70,517 mi
Last recorded70,517 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW 12090,950 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK56 OWD
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 6 Feb 2026 70,517 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2025 69,366 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2024 67,970 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2023 66,364 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Feb 2022 64,721 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2021 63,728 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2020 62,583 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2019 59,479 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2018 56,416 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2017 53,713 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 Feb 2016 50,768 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 46,582 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 43,635 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 40,626 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2011 37,397 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 34,530 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 30,122 miles

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

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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AK56 OWD is a 2006 BMW 120 in Grey 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 120 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 90,950 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 AK56 OWD, 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

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What year was AK56 OWD registered?

AK56 OWD is a 2006 BMW 120, first registered on 29 September 2006.

Is AK56 OWD safe to buy?

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