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AV06 NHU

2006 BMW 118

Brown Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2022
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

221,135 mi
Last recorded221,135 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2021
Typical for 2006 BMW 11889,203 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV06 NHU
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2006
ColourBrown
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2021 221,135 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 17 Oct 2020 214,032 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Pass 17 Oct 2019 206,891 miles

PAD WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED

Pass 9 Oct 2018 200,820 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2017 194,559 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 185,153 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 175,520 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 168,035 miles

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

both rear tyres outer wearing edge

Pass 13 Sep 2013 161,878 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 9 Sep 2013 161,851 miles

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

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

FRONT TYRES ON LIMIT

Pass 7 Sep 2012 147,969 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2012 147,966 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2011 108,245 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 80,430 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Mar 2009 62,078 miles

chip in windscreen

slight binding from n/s/r brake

slightly lower reading from o/s/r parking brake

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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AV06 NHU is a 2006 BMW 118 in Brown with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 AV06 NHU, 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 AV06 NHU registered?

AV06 NHU is a 2006 BMW 118, first registered on 25 April 2006.

Is AV06 NHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV06 NHU shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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