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BK06 LVB

2006 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2018
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

194,517 mi
Last recorded194,517 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2017
Typical for 2006 BMW 11889,203 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK06 LVB
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2017 194,517 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2017 194,517 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 18 Feb 2016 188,204 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2015 168,455 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2015 168,455 miles

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

Pass 8 Mar 2014 165,919 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2014 165,919 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Fail 16 Mar 2013 161,182 miles

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

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

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

Pass 16 Mar 2013 161,182 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2012 156,762 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2011 127,815 miles

dtc light on

Pass 9 Feb 2010 92,805 miles

offside sill cover damaged and jacking pad missing

wipers getting poor

Fail 9 Feb 2010 92,805 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

offside sill cover damaged and jacking pad missing

wipers getting poor

Pass 16 Feb 2009 67,785 miles

rear disc brakes wearing thin

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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BK06 LVB is a 2006 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 BK06 LVB, 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 BK06 LVB registered?

BK06 LVB is a 2006 BMW 118, first registered on 31 March 2006.

Is BK06 LVB safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK06 LVB shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BK06 LVB have outstanding finance?

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