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CK56 XHR

2006 BMW 118

Blue Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Oct 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

95,139 mi
Last recorded95,139 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW 11889,203 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCK56 XHR
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2025 95,139 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Oct 2024 93,703 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Oct 2023 92,740 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2022 91,361 miles

oil leak under engine

Pass 13 Oct 2021 89,453 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2020 87,899 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Oct 2019 86,784 miles

slight oil leak

Pass 6 Oct 2018 84,902 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2017 79,813 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2017 79,813 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault Showing on dash....... (3.4.1c)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak Serious fluid leak..... (2.7.3)

Rear Parking (secondary) brake grabbing severely Rear parking brake grabbing and not releasing correctly...... (3.7.D.3b)

Pass 19 Oct 2016 77,495 miles

Advise : Plastic lower undertray fitted Unable to see properly

Pass 20 Oct 2015 69,504 miles

plastic undertrays fitted obscuring many components under car

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 25 Oct 2014 61,257 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2013 53,160 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2012 45,594 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 37,071 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2011 37,070 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 7 Oct 2010 28,281 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2010 28,281 miles

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

Pass 21 Oct 2009 20,894 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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CK56 XHR is a 2006 BMW 118 in Blue with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 CK56 XHR, 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 CK56 XHR registered?

CK56 XHR is a 2006 BMW 118, first registered on 20 November 2006.

Is CK56 XHR safe to buy?

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