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CA06 DPF

2006 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

162,617 mi
Last recorded162,617 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2017
Typical for 2006 BMW 12090,950 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA06 DPF
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2017 162,617 miles

Offside Rear slightly low brake effort parking brake

Pass 25 Feb 2016 150,875 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2016 150,875 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 10 Feb 2015 139,627 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Feb 2014 129,505 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2013 118,873 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

all 4 tyres on 3mm tread

Pass 11 Feb 2012 108,684 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

emissions to clean

Pass 22 Feb 2011 100,066 miles

both rear tyres on 3mm tread

Pass 1 Mar 2010 88,171 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 26 Feb 2010 88,117 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 20 Apr 2009 73,863 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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CA06 DPF is a 2006 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 CA06 DPF, 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 CA06 DPF registered?

CA06 DPF is a 2006 BMW 120, first registered on 25 May 2006.

Is CA06 DPF safe to buy?

The MOT history for CA06 DPF shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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