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BJ56 EWB

2006 BMW 120

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Mar 2027
Tests25 (16 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate64%

Mileage

171,335 mi
Last recorded171,335 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW 12090,950 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ56 EWB
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 9 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2026 171,335 miles

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

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

Fail 14 Mar 2026 171,335 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 26 Oct 2023 167,973 miles

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

slight wear n/s/front tyre outer edge and slight perishing

Fail 25 Oct 2023 167,967 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

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

slight wear n/s/front tyre outer edge and slight perishing

Pass 20 Oct 2022 159,150 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2022 159,148 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

brake pad warning light on all pads good

exhaust fumes entering vehicle

Pass 20 Oct 2021 151,957 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2021 151,956 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 22 Oct 2020 145,607 miles

slight movement fuel tank retaining straps

slight wear o/s/rear tyre inner edge

Fail 22 Oct 2020 145,606 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

slight movement fuel tank retaining straps

slight wear o/s/rear tyre inner edge

Pass 21 Oct 2019 140,750 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 18 Oct 2018 131,898 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2018 131,896 miles

Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak both (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 Oct 2017 123,422 miles

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

Fail 19 Oct 2017 123,421 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Oct 2016 114,769 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2015 106,880 miles

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

Pass 15 Oct 2014 93,752 miles

slight play in nearside rear track control arm bush

Fail 15 Oct 2014 93,752 miles

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

slight play in nearside rear track control arm bush

Pass 14 Oct 2013 81,203 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

offside rear tyre worn low on inner edge

tyre pressure lamp on dash

Pass 18 Oct 2012 70,454 miles

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

offside rear tyre worn low on inner edge

Pass 17 Oct 2011 58,789 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2010 48,804 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Oct 2009 37,918 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2009 37,918 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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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BJ56 EWB is a 2006 BMW 120 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64%.

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 BJ56 EWB, 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 BJ56 EWB registered?

BJ56 EWB is a 2006 BMW 120, first registered on 27 September 2006.

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