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AV56 JSX

2006 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Nov 2026
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

71,174 mi
Last recorded71,174 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW 12090,950 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV56 JSX
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 22 Nov 2025 71,174 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2024 70,017 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2023 67,573 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2022 65,661 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2021 63,100 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2020 61,683 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2019 59,397 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2018 55,983 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2017 52,246 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2016 48,889 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2015 45,777 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2014 41,860 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2013 36,387 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 32,931 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2011 28,378 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2010 24,380 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 19,298 miles

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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AV56 JSX is a 2006 BMW 120 in Black 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 AV56 JSX, 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

How do I check the history of AV56 JSX?

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What year was AV56 JSX registered?

AV56 JSX is a 2006 BMW 120, first registered on 29 September 2006.

Is AV56 JSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV56 JSX shows 17 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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