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BK56 USV

2006 BMW 118

Grey Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

151,019 mi
Last recorded151,019 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2018
Typical for 2006 BMW 11889,203 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK56 USV
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2018 151,019 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2017 144,190 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2017 144,190 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Aug 2016 140,105 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 135,855 miles

Oil leak

Pass 1 Sep 2014 131,397 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Oct 2013 120,639 miles

Oil leak

Fail 19 Oct 2013 120,639 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 29 Sep 2012 96,658 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Sep 2011 75,199 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Sep 2010 55,502 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2009 41,546 miles

scratches on front bonnet

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 USV is a 2006 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 USV, 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.

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What year was BK56 USV registered?

BK56 USV is a 2006 BMW 118, first registered on 23 October 2006.

Is BK56 USV safe to buy?

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