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CV56 RBY

2006 BMW 120

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2021
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

150,911 mi
Last recorded150,911 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2020
Typical for 2006 BMW 12090,950 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV56 RBY
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2020 150,911 miles

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

Pass 22 Dec 2018 149,317 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 13 Dec 2018 149,179 miles

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front both brake flexy pipes small crackes

Pass 22 Dec 2017 138,122 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2016 127,070 miles

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

Pass 11 Dec 2015 103,834 miles

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

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

Tyre worn close to the legal limit Near side rear (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Jan 2015 92,114 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt X2

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

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 31 Jan 2014 83,753 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2012 67,053 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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 22 Dec 2011 50,150 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 46,744 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 15 May 2010 39,774 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2009 33,735 miles

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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CV56 RBY is a 2006 BMW 120 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 CV56 RBY, 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 CV56 RBY registered?

CV56 RBY is a 2006 BMW 120, first registered on 13 September 2006.

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