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BK06 UKN

2006 BMW 118

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

126,375 mi
Last recorded126,375 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW 11889,203 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK06 UKN
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2025 126,375 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2025 126,370 miles

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

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm ALL 4 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Jul 2024 120,871 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear subframe corroded

Rear suspension components corroded

Fail 5 Jul 2024 120,869 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear subframe corroded

Rear suspension components corroded

Pass 10 Jul 2023 115,056 miles

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear subframe corroded

Pass 11 Jul 2022 110,523 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 5 Jul 2022 110,521 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 8 Sep 2020 105,851 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Aug 2019 101,929 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2018 97,086 miles

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

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Aug 2017 90,244 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 84,539 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 76,467 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 6 Aug 2014 69,255 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 62,185 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Pass 3 Aug 2012 53,972 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Jul 2011 44,855 miles

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

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

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

Pass 13 Aug 2010 35,982 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 35,980 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 35,093 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 32,703 miles

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

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 UKN is a 2006 BMW 118 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 UKN, 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 UKN registered?

BK06 UKN is a 2006 BMW 118, first registered on 30 March 2006.

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