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BK06 UEU

2006 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Oct 2026
Tests27 (18 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

127,102 mi
Last recorded127,102 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW 11889,203 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

18 pass 9 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2025 127,102 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened bent (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened inc most suspension components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Sep 2024 124,627 miles

Rear suspension and brake parts corroded both sides of vehicle

Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2023 122,002 miles

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

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 13 Oct 2022 117,776 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 13 Oct 2022 117,776 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Oct 2021 114,642 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2020 112,741 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 4 Oct 2019 110,200 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 4 Oct 2019 110,197 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed plys (205/50x17 p.zero rft) (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 1 Oct 2018 106,160 miles

both front tyres wearing to edges

Pass 5 Oct 2017 102,314 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 4 Oct 2017 102,311 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 14 Oct 2016 95,265 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 14 Oct 2016 95,265 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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)

Pass 13 Nov 2015 87,656 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2015 87,656 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Nov 2014 78,827 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Nov 2013 69,950 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2013 69,950 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Nov 2012 62,273 miles

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

Fail 20 Nov 2012 62,273 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Pass 28 Nov 2011 53,105 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2011 53,105 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Fail 8 Dec 2010 38,879 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Dec 2010 38,879 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 33,787 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2009 21,722 miles

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 UEU is a 2006 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 BK06 UEU, 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 UEU registered?

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

Is BK06 UEU safe to buy?

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