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BV06 XUX

2006 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

131,440 mi
Last recorded131,440 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2018
Typical for 2006 BMW 11889,203 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV06 XUX
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2018 131,440 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2018 131,093 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Mar 2017 124,736 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded N/S/R to centre (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 5 Mar 2016 119,417 miles

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

Pass 7 Feb 2015 114,069 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 1 Mar 2014 109,617 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 6 Mar 2013 103,825 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Apr 2012 83,576 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2012 83,548 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

hand brake symbol warning on dash

Pass 9 Apr 2011 62,508 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 44,753 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2010 44,419 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2009 36,244 miles

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

o/s/r seat belt not tested

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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BV06 XUX is a 2006 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 BV06 XUX, 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 BV06 XUX registered?

BV06 XUX is a 2006 BMW 118, first registered on 27 March 2006.

Is BV06 XUX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV06 XUX shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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