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BN56 VZP

2006 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Oct 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

151,680 mi
Last recorded151,680 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW 12090,950 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN56 VZP
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2025 151,680 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sideson edges (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Pass 28 Oct 2024 145,441 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2024 145,441 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm excessively worn (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Oct 2023 136,502 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2022 128,390 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 13 Oct 2022 128,383 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 26 Oct 2021 121,209 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2021 121,209 miles

Exhaust system insecure broken (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both side (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Pass 17 Oct 2020 114,894 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2020 114,894 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Oct 2019 109,330 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Sep 2018 102,178 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded

Rear metal brake pipes corroded no leaks at time of test

Pass 16 Sep 2017 93,588 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Sep 2016 85,656 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 81,707 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 77,514 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 74,994 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2012 65,747 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2011 44,507 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2010 27,139 miles

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

Fail 18 Sep 2010 27,138 miles

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

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 14 Sep 2009 9,990 miles

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 VZP is a 2006 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VZP, 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 VZP registered?

BN56 VZP is a 2006 BMW 120, first registered on 27 September 2006.

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