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AV06 XYS

2006 BMW 118

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2019
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

158,214 mi
Last recorded158,214 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2018
Typical for 2006 BMW 11889,203 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV06 XYS
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2018 158,214 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2017 146,215 miles

Nearside Front Outer front bumper pulled away from fixing but well supported

Pass 10 Oct 2016 131,567 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 10 Oct 2016 131,567 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 21 Sep 2015 119,007 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 110,887 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Pass 14 Sep 2013 104,244 miles

Front flexis starting to crack/split

Front pads low

Front reg plate delaminated. Still readable

Front tyres wearing thin on outside edges

Offside rear shocker bump stop deteriated and seperated

Rear spring cups too deep to allow full inspection of rear springs

Various scuffs/marks on wheels

Pass 14 Sep 2012 91,167 miles

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

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Pass 21 Sep 2011 83,730 miles

offside front tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 12 Oct 2010 78,896 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2009 76,056 miles

nearside front tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 6 May 2009 71,243 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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AV06 XYS is a 2006 BMW 118 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 XYS, 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 XYS registered?

AV06 XYS is a 2006 BMW 118, first registered on 30 May 2006.

Is AV06 XYS safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV06 XYS shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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