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CP56 GKG

2006 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2024
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

133,007 mi
Last recorded133,007 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2023
Typical for 2006 BMW 12090,950 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP56 GKG
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2023 133,007 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner Edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner Edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Jul 2022 129,686 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

rear heat shield

Pass 30 Jul 2021 125,157 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2020 116,777 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2020 116,777 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 May 2019 104,896 miles

Plastic trays fitted under bonnet & underneath vehicle preventing full inspection.

Pass 8 May 2018 94,769 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 13 May 2017 82,471 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 21 May 2016 69,546 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 56,437 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 23 May 2014 40,775 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2013 39,152 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2012 35,147 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 29 Oct 2012 35,147 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2011 30,320 miles

n/s/r tyre tread depth down to 2mm

Pass 27 Oct 2010 24,533 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2009 19,051 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2009 19,051 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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CP56 GKG is a 2006 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 CP56 GKG, 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 CP56 GKG registered?

CP56 GKG is a 2006 BMW 120, first registered on 24 November 2006.

Is CP56 GKG safe to buy?

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