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BD06 KZL

2006 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2026
Tests25 (17 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate68%

Mileage

207,123 mi
Last recorded207,123 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW 12090,950 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD06 KZL
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass 8 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2025 207,123 miles

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

Fail 13 Mar 2025 207,123 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

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

Pass 28 Mar 2024 187,719 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2023 170,326 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))

Pass 30 Mar 2022 154,435 miles

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

Fail 30 Mar 2022 154,435 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 31 Mar 2021 139,659 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Mar 2020 130,442 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2019 109,011 miles

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

Fail 28 Mar 2019 109,004 miles

Front Position lamp not working Both Sides (4.2.1 (a))

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

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

Pass 3 Apr 2018 97,061 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2017 91,810 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2017 91,810 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Pass 5 Apr 2016 86,375 miles

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

Fail 5 Apr 2016 86,375 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 2 Dec 2014 83,421 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2013 76,651 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2013 76,826 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 11 Dec 2012 64,081 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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)

Fail 3 Dec 2011 53,353 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Dec 2011 53,353 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2010 43,189 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 39,488 miles
Fail 25 May 2010 39,488 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2009 27,618 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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BD06 KZL is a 2006 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68%.

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

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 BD06 KZL, 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 BD06 KZL registered?

BD06 KZL is a 2006 BMW 120, first registered on 31 May 2006.

Is BD06 KZL safe to buy?

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