CarVerify

Free Car Check

BP55 CWD

2006 BMW 118

Black Petrol 1995cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2018
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

134,196 mi
Last recorded134,196 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2017
Typical for 2006 BMW 11889,203 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this BMW
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP55 CWD
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2017 134,196 miles

Brake vacuum build up slow (3.3.E.6)

Front prop shaft rubber joint deteriorating

Fail 4 Aug 2017 134,185 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Brake vacuum build up slow (3.3.E.6)

Front prop shaft rubber joint deteriorating

Fail 19 Jul 2017 134,120 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Brake vacuum build up slow (3.3.E.6)

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

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

engine light on

handbrake warning light remains on

oil leak

Pass 8 Jul 2016 125,418 miles

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

Nearside Rear tyre low 2mm and scrubbing inner edge

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

Offside Rear tyre getting low 2mm

brake warning light on dash

o/s/f tyre scrubbed edge

oil leak

Fail 7 Jul 2016 125,418 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Nearside Rear tyre low 2mm and scrubbing inner edge

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

Offside Rear tyre getting low 2mm

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin o/s r lower than n/s/r (3.5.1g)

o/s/f tyre scrubbed edge

oil leak

wires o/s/r rubbing coil spring

Pass 17 Jun 2015 100,728 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2015 100,454 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

oil leak from engine area

Pass 27 Aug 2014 93,168 miles

Bonnet retaining device slightly deteriorated (8.4.2)

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Jul 2013 75,099 miles

Offside front tyre wearing low on outer edge

Pass 21 Jul 2012 61,325 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2011 52,502 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2010 45,162 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2009 37,211 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
Full BMW 118 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

BP55 CWD is a 2006 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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

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 BP55 CWD, 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

How do I check the history of BP55 CWD?

You can check the full history of BP55 CWD by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was BP55 CWD registered?

BP55 CWD is a 2006 BMW 118, first registered on 8 February 2006.

Is BP55 CWD safe to buy?

The MOT history for BP55 CWD shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BP55 CWD have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on BP55 CWD. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.