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BV56 YLB

2006 BMW 120

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Sep 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

42,259 mi
Last recorded42,259 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW 12090,950 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV56 YLB
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2025 42,259 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Sep 2024 39,437 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Sep 2023 36,236 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Sep 2022 34,769 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Sep 2021 29,365 miles

brake pads wearing low

Pass 21 Sep 2020 28,401 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2019 26,389 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2018 21,953 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2018 21,938 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2017 15,197 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2017 15,197 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 16 Aug 2016 11,446 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 10,870 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 10,001 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 9,104 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 8,115 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 6,957 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 5,911 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 4,696 miles

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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BV56 YLB is a 2006 BMW 120 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 BV56 YLB, 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 BV56 YLB registered?

BV56 YLB is a 2006 BMW 120, first registered on 4 September 2006.

Is BV56 YLB safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV56 YLB shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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