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AV56 XBM

2006 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2018
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

78,732 mi
Last recorded78,732 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2017
Typical for 2006 BMW 12090,950 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV56 XBM
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 11 Mar 2017 78,732 miles

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

Oil leak slight leak from rear differential ()

trims and covers restricting view of components

Pass 19 Mar 2016 73,043 miles

engine covers fitted

oil leak

sill covers fitted

undertrays fitted

Pass 12 Mar 2015 66,892 miles

Both front tyres close to canvas on shoulders.

Pass 12 Mar 2014 61,002 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Rear diff leaking

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/f tyre worn on edges

Pass 18 Mar 2013 55,213 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Mar 2012 50,479 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 44,469 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 35,976 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)

uneven wear front tyres

Pass 22 Jun 2009 26,777 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 XBM is a 2006 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 XBM, 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 XBM registered?

AV56 XBM is a 2006 BMW 120, first registered on 30 November 2006.

Is AV56 XBM safe to buy?

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