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BN56 ZKR

2006 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

137,969 mi
Last recorded137,969 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW 11889,203 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 13 Nov 2025 137,969 miles

Coolant leak ()

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule n/s/f and o/s/f (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule n/s/r and o/s/r (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2024 137,191 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin n/s/f and o/s/f (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective n/s/f and o/s/f (3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated n/s/r and o/s/r (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin n/s/r and o/s/r (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

did not lock on rear both hand brake

Pass 9 Nov 2023 136,030 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s/f and o/s/f (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s/r and o/s/r (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule n/s/r and o/s/r (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 5 Nov 2022 134,480 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2021 133,236 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2020 132,566 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated n/s/f and o/s/f (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin n/s/f and o/s/f (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect under floor covers fitted/upper (5.3.2 (b))

did not lock on rear both hand brake

Pass 24 Oct 2019 131,406 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated n/s/f and o/s/f (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin n/s/f and o/s/f (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect n/s/r and o/s/r (5.3.2 (b))

did not lock on rear both hand brakes

Pass 30 Oct 2018 129,433 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all four (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 26 Oct 2017 127,954 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 26 Oct 2016 121,975 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin n/s/f and o/s/f (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 Oct 2015 115,618 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (3.6.B.4d)

rear hand brake needs adjustment

undertray/uppertray

Pass 30 Oct 2014 110,239 miles

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

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Oct 2013 104,806 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 31 Oct 2012 99,638 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 94,436 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Nearside front tyre devoid of tread on inner edge

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 23 Sep 2010 78,044 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 59,212 miles

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

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
Full BMW 118 reliability report

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BN56 ZKR is a 2006 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 ZKR, 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 ZKR registered?

BN56 ZKR is a 2006 BMW 118, first registered on 22 September 2006.

Is BN56 ZKR safe to buy?

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