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CA56 DDV

2006 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2021
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

122,403 mi
Last recorded122,403 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2020
Typical for 2006 BMW 12090,950 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA56 DDV
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2020 122,403 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated sealer covering it (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

bonnet catch damaged but working if pulled hard

Fail 19 Jun 2020 122,403 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated sealer covering it (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

bonnet catch damaged but working if pulled hard

Pass 30 Nov 2019 116,475 miles

both front brake flexible hoses deteriorating

both rear brake flexible hoses deteriorating

nearside front lower front suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorating

Pass 2 Nov 2018 110,692 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2017 105,787 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Nov 2016 97,257 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2016 97,010 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 4 Nov 2015 88,998 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2014 82,383 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 77,728 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Dec 2011 66,227 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jun 2010 47,272 miles

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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CA56 DDV is a 2006 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 CA56 DDV, 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 CA56 DDV registered?

CA56 DDV is a 2006 BMW 120, first registered on 26 December 2006.

Is CA56 DDV safe to buy?

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