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BG56 XUU

2006 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2018
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

134,061 mi
Last recorded134,061 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2017
Typical for 2006 BMW 11889,203 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG56 XUU
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2017 134,061 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Feb 2016 122,592 miles

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

Fail 12 Feb 2016 122,592 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported centre to rear (7.1.1)

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

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Pass 2 Feb 2015 105,914 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2015 105,914 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Jan 2014 86,619 miles

both front tyres wearing on edge

Pass 1 Mar 2013 80,808 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2012 73,134 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2010 61,766 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2010 61,766 miles

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

Pass 19 Nov 2009 51,558 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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BG56 XUU is a 2006 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 BG56 XUU, 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.

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What year was BG56 XUU registered?

BG56 XUU is a 2006 BMW 118, first registered on 12 December 2006.

Is BG56 XUU safe to buy?

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