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BN56 GXF

2006 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2024
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

144,892 mi
Last recorded144,892 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2023
Typical for 2006 BMW 11889,203 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN56 GXF
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2023 144,892 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all of vehicles where plastic coating is missing starting to corrode (1.1.11 (c))

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

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

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 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Jan 2022 130,917 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (c) (i))

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 24 Dec 2020 119,600 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Dec 2019 103,664 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2018 85,969 miles

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Fail 11 Dec 2018 85,969 miles

Exhaust system insecure front clamp deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged ABS ring (1.6 (e))

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

Offside Rear Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged ABS ring (1.6 (e))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault investigate (7.1.6 (a))

transmission rattle,rear wiper arm stiff,tyres different size,passenger front tyre tread low,rear brake judder

Pass 15 Dec 2017 80,346 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2016 73,053 miles

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

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

Fail 7 Dec 2016 73,053 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Pass 30 Nov 2015 64,308 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2014 57,254 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2013 50,053 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Dec 2012 44,486 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Jan 2012 38,212 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2011 32,668 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2010 26,081 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 25,219 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2009 25,219 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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BN56 GXF is a 2006 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 BN56 GXF, 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 BN56 GXF registered?

BN56 GXF is a 2006 BMW 118, first registered on 15 September 2006.

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