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CV56 SVE

2006 BMW 118

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2024
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

90,350 mi
Last recorded90,350 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2024
Typical for 2006 BMW 11889,203 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV56 SVE
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Fail 23 Sep 2024 90,350 miles

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 26 Sep 2023 87,820 miles

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

Pass 30 Sep 2022 86,410 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2021 84,834 miles

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

full under trays fitted

Pass 29 Sep 2020 81,599 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2020 81,598 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

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

Pass 23 Sep 2019 79,569 miles

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

Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both front (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 5 Sep 2018 75,184 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2017 71,053 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2017 71,053 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Sep 2016 61,630 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2016 61,630 miles

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 11 Sep 2015 56,856 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2015 56,850 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Sep 2014 50,715 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 44,806 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 38,983 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 33,326 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2010 26,663 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 19,996 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 SVE is a 2006 BMW 118 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 CV56 SVE, 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 SVE registered?

CV56 SVE is a 2006 BMW 118, first registered on 30 September 2006.

Is CV56 SVE safe to buy?

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