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BU56 ZVK

2006 BMW 118

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Sep 2026
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

116,092 mi
Last recorded116,092 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW 11889,203 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU56 ZVK
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 29 Aug 2025 116,092 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2024 108,664 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2023 102,841 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2022 100,769 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2021 97,741 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2020 95,658 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Sep 2019 93,043 miles

UNDER TRAY FITTED OBSCURING INSPECTION

Pass 24 Aug 2018 87,130 miles

under tray fitted

Pass 6 Sep 2017 81,495 miles

under tray fitted obscuring inspection

Pass 7 Sep 2016 75,576 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 69,466 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 62,707 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 56,700 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Sep 2012 49,620 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Sep 2011 43,221 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2010 36,837 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2009 28,047 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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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BU56 ZVK is a 2006 BMW 118 in Red 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 BU56 ZVK, 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 BU56 ZVK registered?

BU56 ZVK is a 2006 BMW 118, first registered on 9 September 2006.

Is BU56 ZVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU56 ZVK shows 17 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BU56 ZVK have outstanding finance?

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