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AY06 MDU

2006 BMW 120

Brown Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2024
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

141,019 mi
Last recorded141,019 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2023
Typical for 2006 BMW 12090,950 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY06 MDU
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2006
ColourBrown
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2023 141,019 miles

Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jan 2022 136,459 miles

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jan 2021 132,115 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 2 Jan 2020 126,466 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2018 120,766 miles

auxiliary belt in poor condition

front brake pads and discs look low

fuel cap cover loose.

nearside wing mirror insecure [not obligitory at time].

offside rear parking brake performance low requires adjustment or repair

slight bind offside rear brake

Fail 26 Oct 2018 120,766 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Oil leaking excessively from engine dripping off undertray (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

auxiliary belt in poor condition

front brake pads and discs look low

fuel cap cover loose.

nearside wing mirror insecure [not obligitory at time].

offside rear parking brake performance low requires adjustment or repair

poor beam pattern offside dip beam headlamp needs rectification

slight bind offside rear brake

Pass 25 Oct 2017 110,065 miles

Oil leak ()

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 24 Oct 2016 96,714 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2015 91,411 miles

Engine covers fitted not allowing inspection of some components

Undertrays fitted not allowing inspection of some components

Fail 28 Oct 2015 91,361 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Engine covers fitted not allowing inspection of some components

Undertrays fitted not allowing inspection of some components

Pass 24 Oct 2014 85,483 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Oct 2013 80,028 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

Pass 21 Jun 2012 69,759 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2011 60,513 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 44,818 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 28,259 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2008 13,116 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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AY06 MDU is a 2006 BMW 120 in Brown with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 AY06 MDU, 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

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What year was AY06 MDU registered?

AY06 MDU is a 2006 BMW 120, first registered on 14 July 2006.

Is AY06 MDU safe to buy?

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