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BT56 SGZ

2006 BMW 120

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Feb 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

163,179 mi
Last recorded163,179 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW 12090,950 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT56 SGZ
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 17 Jan 2026 163,179 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 25 Jan 2025 153,806 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tread peeling (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tread peeling (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Feb 2024 145,634 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2023 136,264 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing slighty corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Jan 2022 125,570 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2021 118,771 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jan 2020 113,130 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 12 Jan 2019 103,335 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2018 95,774 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2017 84,854 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 74,832 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2015 64,655 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 54,990 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nail in nearside rear tyre

all four tyres wearing on edges

Pass 25 Oct 2012 42,793 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Oct 2011 27,570 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2009 18,654 miles

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

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

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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BT56 SGZ is a 2006 BMW 120 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BT56 SGZ, 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 BT56 SGZ registered?

BT56 SGZ is a 2006 BMW 120, first registered on 26 December 2006.

Is BT56 SGZ safe to buy?

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