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BK56 OSC

2006 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Mar 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

167,250 mi
Last recorded167,250 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW 11889,203 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK56 OSC
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2026 167,250 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Mar 2025 161,163 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2024 151,983 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2023 144,677 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2022 134,926 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Mar 2021 123,848 miles

Nearside Front Fog light lense damaged

Fail 19 Mar 2021 123,848 miles

Nearside Front Fog light lense damaged

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 17 Mar 2020 117,611 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated NSF + OSF (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive Rear diff oil seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Mar 2019 110,331 miles

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

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

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

Fail 11 Mar 2019 110,329 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions Tyre fitted wrong way (5.2.3 (i))

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Screen left streaky (3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 6 Mar 2018 103,386 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2017 97,645 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2016 92,712 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2015 87,021 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2014 79,782 miles

front pads approaching wear limit

washer water slightly restricted

Pass 20 Mar 2013 72,869 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 67,079 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 62,005 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 61,856 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 57,508 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 50,322 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2009 50,322 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

damage to o/s/f fog lamp

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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BK56 OSC is a 2006 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 BK56 OSC, 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 BK56 OSC registered?

BK56 OSC is a 2006 BMW 118, first registered on 30 September 2006.

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