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BJ06 PAO

2006 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

112,642 mi
Last recorded112,642 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW 12090,950 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ06 PAO
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2026 112,642 miles

Coil spring corroded Both front & rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated n/s & o/s (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 26 Feb 2025 109,644 miles

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

engine covrs and under trays fitted

Pass 13 Feb 2024 107,189 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2023 104,128 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both front & rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Coil spring corroded both front & rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Jan 2022 100,683 miles

Coil spring corroded both front & rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated n/s & o/s (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

engine covers & undertrays fitted

Pass 26 Jan 2021 97,393 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 12 Feb 2020 95,411 miles

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

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated o/s & n/s (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

engine bay covers and under trays fitted

Pass 4 Feb 2019 91,668 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Offside 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))

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 30 Jan 2018 88,059 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated o/s & n/s (3.6.B.4d)

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

Fail 30 Jan 2018 88,059 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated o/s & n/s (3.6.B.4d)

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

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid o/s & n/s (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Jan 2017 82,488 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated o/s & n/s (3.6.B.4d)

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

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 9 Feb 2016 77,745 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated o/s & n/s (3.6.B.4d)

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

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 18 Dec 2014 71,969 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Dec 2013 63,531 miles

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

Pass 28 Dec 2012 56,533 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Aug 2011 43,066 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 22,369 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 16,922 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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BJ06 PAO is a 2006 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 BJ06 PAO, 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 BJ06 PAO registered?

BJ06 PAO is a 2006 BMW 120, first registered on 22 April 2006.

Is BJ06 PAO safe to buy?

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