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AV56 RXL

2006 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2020
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

143,707 mi
Last recorded143,707 miles
Recorded on22 May 2019
Typical for 2006 BMW 12090,950 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 May 2019 143,707 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 105,142 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2017 105,142 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Pass 20 Sep 2016 101,798 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2015 95,478 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2015 95,471 miles

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

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

front brake discs worn have slight lip

Pass 29 Oct 2014 87,809 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Nov 2013 79,466 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

off side front tyre tread shows uneven wear and is bald at the edge.

Pass 24 Oct 2012 67,129 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nail in nearside front tyre

Offside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Oct 2011 54,874 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2010 45,356 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2009 33,799 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 RXL is a 2006 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 RXL, 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.

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What year was AV56 RXL registered?

AV56 RXL is a 2006 BMW 120, first registered on 31 October 2006.

Is AV56 RXL safe to buy?

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