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CV56 NXK

2006 BMW 118

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

150,121 mi
Last recorded150,121 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW 11889,203 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV56 NXK
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2025 150,121 miles

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil slight (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

corrosion underside

Pass 26 Jan 2024 145,495 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

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

Pass 27 Jan 2023 141,556 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rose mount bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 18 Jan 2022 135,874 miles

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

Pass 25 Feb 2021 124,160 miles

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

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

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

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive n/s and o/s (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Feb 2021 124,160 miles

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

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

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

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive n/s and o/s (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Road wheel fixing missing all wheels (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2020 109,350 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2019 99,789 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2019 99,680 miles

Bonnet primary retaining device insecure (3.1 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 26 Apr 2018 88,950 miles

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

Fail 26 Apr 2018 88,946 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 18 Apr 2017 79,099 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 73,835 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 66,311 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 58,554 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 52,213 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 44,551 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 38,947 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 33,238 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 28,054 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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CV56 NXK is a 2006 BMW 118 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel 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 CV56 NXK, 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 CV56 NXK registered?

CV56 NXK is a 2006 BMW 118, first registered on 19 September 2006.

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