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BF06 ZBW

2006 BMW 118

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2024
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

146,878 mi
Last recorded146,878 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2023
Typical for 2006 BMW 11889,203 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF06 ZBW
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2023 146,878 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2023 143,089 miles

Central Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Jan 2022 135,061 miles

Central Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both pipes (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

tyre light illuminated

Fail 16 Dec 2021 134,915 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

Central Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

both front tyre bald outer edge

tyre light on dash

Pass 4 Dec 2020 129,112 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Dec 2019 121,185 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Dec 2018 114,052 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2017 109,197 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2016 103,691 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)

Pass 4 Dec 2015 98,289 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2014 90,824 miles

Couple of stone chips in front windscreen

N/S/F Tyre feathering slightly on edges

Slight oil weep on or around n/s/f lower front bush area

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 1 Dec 2014 90,824 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Couple of stone chips in front windscreen

N/S/F Tyre feathering slightly on edges

Rear indicator bulbs slightly white

Slight oil weep on or around n/s/f lower front bush area

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Nov 2013 82,354 miles

rear brake pads low

Fail 18 Nov 2013 82,354 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

rear brake pads low

Pass 13 Dec 2012 73,685 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)

Pass 13 Dec 2011 60,736 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2010 48,999 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2010 35,505 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2009 26,217 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

child seat fitted n/s/r seat belt not fully inspected

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
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BF06 ZBW is a 2006 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 BF06 ZBW, 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 BF06 ZBW registered?

BF06 ZBW is a 2006 BMW 118, first registered on 30 March 2006.

Is BF06 ZBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF06 ZBW shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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