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AV06 FGN

2006 BMW 120

Blue Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

97,393 mi
Last recorded97,393 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW 12090,950 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV06 FGN
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 97,393 miles

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

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

Fail 12 May 2026 97,390 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

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

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

Pass 10 May 2025 90,077 miles

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 May 2024 76,150 miles

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective broken away from exhaust (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 11 May 2024 76,150 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective broken away from exhaust (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Apr 2023 62,801 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Apr 2022 52,444 miles

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

brake pad warning light on dash {new pads fitted}

Pass 5 May 2021 43,802 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2020 43,065 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 38,691 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 34,602 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 31,635 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 30,358 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 29,834 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 28,959 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 27,988 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 26,707 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 25,437 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 23,304 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 20,017 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2009 18,669 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2009 18,669 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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AV06 FGN is a 2006 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 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 AV06 FGN, 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 AV06 FGN registered?

AV06 FGN is a 2006 BMW 120, first registered on 13 March 2006.

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The MOT history for AV06 FGN shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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