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BN56 XLY

2006 BMW 118

Grey Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2025
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

94,047 mi
Last recorded94,047 miles
Recorded on10 May 2024
Typical for 2006 BMW 11889,203 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN56 XLY
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 May 2024 94,047 miles

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

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

sill covers and undertrays preventing full inspection of vehicle

Fail 10 May 2024 94,047 miles

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

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

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

sill covers and undertrays preventing full inspection of vehicle

Pass 26 May 2023 85,087 miles

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

Fuel cap seal perishing

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre Tyre is also getting low in tread ()

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Outer hose (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

undertrays & sill covers fitted not allowing for a full inspection

Fail 26 May 2023 85,087 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated Outer hose (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Fuel cap seal perishing

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre Tyre is also getting low in tread ()

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Outer hose (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

undertrays & sill covers fitted not allowing for a full inspection

Pass 4 Apr 2022 74,555 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm and cuts in tread (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm and cuts in tread (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm, perished and cuts in tread (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm and cuts in tread (5.2.3 (e))

engine oil leak

fuel cap sealing washer starting to deteriorate

Fail 11 Mar 2022 74,550 miles

Emissions not tested severe misfire (8.2.1.2 (d))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm and cut in tread (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm and cuts in tread (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm, perished and cuts in tread (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm and cuts in tread (5.2.3 (e))

engine oil leak

fuel cap sealing washer starting to deteriorate

Pass 16 Feb 2021 66,238 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2021 66,238 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 21 Feb 2020 64,123 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2019 58,864 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Feb 2018 53,666 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2017 49,859 miles

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

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

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

Pass 19 Feb 2016 43,337 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 37,749 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 13 Sep 2013 33,446 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2012 30,373 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 26,371 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2010 22,615 miles

n/s/f tyre worn on outer edge.

o/s/f tyre worn on outer edge.

Pass 15 Sep 2009 18,697 miles

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 XLY is a 2006 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 BN56 XLY, 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 XLY registered?

BN56 XLY is a 2006 BMW 118, first registered on 23 September 2006.

Is BN56 XLY safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN56 XLY shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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