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BM06 KAZ

2006 BMW 118

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2025
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

96,556 mi
Last recorded96,556 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2024
Typical for 2006 BMW 11889,203 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBM06 KAZ
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2024 96,556 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met 18%

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

Pass 23 Mar 2023 88,589 miles

Coolant level low

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.9mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 28 Mar 2022 80,762 miles

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

Fail 23 Mar 2022 80,762 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault PASSENGER SEAT OCCUPANCY DETECTOR (7.1.6 (a))

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

Pass 13 Mar 2021 74,195 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2020 69,960 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Mar 2019 62,203 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2017 52,566 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2017 52,566 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 25 Nov 2016 49,944 miles

under shields fitted

Pass 24 Nov 2015 46,671 miles

Nearside Rear advise child seat fitted

advise engine and sill covers fitted

advise n/s/r slight corrosion on metal brake pipe

Pass 28 Nov 2014 42,713 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Dec 2013 39,156 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 4 Dec 2012 33,923 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

advise both front tyres uneven wear

Pass 28 Nov 2011 29,511 miles

advise both front tyres uneven wear

advise full under sheilds fitted

Pass 3 Dec 2010 25,238 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 26 Nov 2009 19,729 miles

sill covers fitted

undershields fitted

Pass 5 Dec 2008 14,484 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

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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BM06 KAZ is a 2006 BMW 118 in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 BM06 KAZ, 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 BM06 KAZ registered?

BM06 KAZ is a 2006 BMW 118, first registered on 19 June 2006.

Is BM06 KAZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BM06 KAZ shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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