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AP56 DPU

2006 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2020
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

97,230 mi
Last recorded97,230 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2019
Typical for 2006 BMW 11889,203 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP56 DPU
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 13 Jun 2019 97,230 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2018 95,610 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2017 90,349 miles

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

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 1 Aug 2016 84,144 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2015 78,720 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2014 70,630 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 63,588 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 58,840 miles

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 21 Jul 2011 50,799 miles

Cut on inside wall of O/S/F tyre

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

Pass 26 Jul 2010 39,442 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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AP56 DPU is a 2006 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 AP56 DPU, 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 AP56 DPU registered?

AP56 DPU is a 2006 BMW 118, first registered on 11 December 2006.

Is AP56 DPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP56 DPU shows 10 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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