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AX55 DDN

2006 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2020
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

163,605 mi
Last recorded163,605 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2020
Typical for 2006 BMW 11889,203 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX55 DDN
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Fail 13 Aug 2020 163,605 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2019 158,567 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated and offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 29 May 2018 150,389 miles
Fail 29 May 2018 150,389 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 9 Jun 2017 142,259 miles

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

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 11 Jun 2016 133,580 miles

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 8 Jun 2016 133,471 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle 34% (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick disc not good (3.5.1g)

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 18 May 2015 127,058 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 May 2015 127,058 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Jun 2014 110,662 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2014 110,662 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 3 Apr 2013 92,414 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2013 92,414 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2012 78,292 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2011 59,989 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Feb 2011 59,989 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2010 45,294 miles

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

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

n/s under body damage to sheilds

Pass 16 Mar 2009 35,926 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2009 33,853 miles

rear brake pads getting low

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
Full BMW 118 reliability report

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AX55 DDN is a 2006 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AX55 DDN, 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 AX55 DDN registered?

AX55 DDN is a 2006 BMW 118, first registered on 6 February 2006.

Is AX55 DDN safe to buy?

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