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BN56 PWF

2006 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Nov 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

247,071 mi
Last recorded247,071 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW 12090,950 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN56 PWF
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2025 247,071 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 4 Nov 2024 235,022 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 14 Nov 2023 233,472 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2022 230,987 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2021 224,254 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2021 224,254 miles

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

Pass 22 Oct 2020 218,312 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 14 Oct 2019 206,969 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Oct 2018 192,320 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2017 178,175 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2017 178,175 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 25 Oct 2016 164,557 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2016 164,557 miles

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

Pass 23 Oct 2015 150,740 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2014 133,128 miles

Nearside and offside front brake hoses slightly perished

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Oct 2013 116,145 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2012 100,511 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 21 Oct 2011 84,344 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2010 66,047 miles

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 1 Oct 2009 49,863 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2009 49,863 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

How Reliable is the BMW 120?

Based on 872,714 MOT tests across 63,112 vehicles.

79.7%
Pass Rate
6,996
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
63,112
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 22,169
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 8,562
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 6,681
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 5,273
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 5,042
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BN56 PWF is a 2006 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 2006 BMW 120 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 90,950 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 120 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 22,169 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BN56 PWF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 120 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 20 years old, this BMW 120 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BN56 PWF registered?

BN56 PWF is a 2006 BMW 120, first registered on 30 September 2006.

Is BN56 PWF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN56 PWF shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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