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CF06 CGE

2006 BMW 118

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2025
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

164,538 mi
Last recorded164,538 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2024
Typical for 2006 BMW 11889,203 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCF06 CGE
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2024 164,538 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2024 164,441 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2023 147,181 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2022 133,754 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2021 122,798 miles

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

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

Fail 14 Sep 2021 122,502 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Sep 2020 111,173 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 14 Sep 2020 111,151 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Delamination/black non-reflectivearea along top edge (0.1 (d))

Electric steering lock jammed warning light illuminates intermittently

Engine malfunction warning light illuminated

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Aug 2019 102,448 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2018 88,253 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2017 71,273 miles

Offside Tyre worn close to the legal limit and nearside front (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Nov 2016 66,776 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2016 66,776 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Sep 2015 56,551 miles

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

Front under tray fitted obscuring some under side components

Pass 13 Sep 2014 52,175 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2013 45,278 miles

both front tyres wearing smooth on inner edge

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

oil level on min

Pass 13 Jul 2012 39,493 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2011 35,431 miles

Both rear tyres close to limit

Front No plate has minor damage

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

Fail 13 Aug 2011 35,431 miles

Both rear tyres close to limit

Front No plate has minor damage

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 3 Jun 2010 29,668 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

both front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 10 Jul 2009 22,990 miles

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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CF06 CGE is a 2006 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 CF06 CGE, 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.

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What year was CF06 CGE registered?

CF06 CGE is a 2006 BMW 118, first registered on 31 July 2006.

Is CF06 CGE safe to buy?

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