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CV56 SVW

2006 BMW 118

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2017
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

85,307 mi
Last recorded85,307 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2016
Typical for 2006 BMW 11889,203 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2016 85,307 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2015 74,710 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2015 74,710 miles

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

Pass 30 Sep 2014 62,754 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Sep 2013 50,670 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 41,570 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2011 34,398 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2010 23,784 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 15,963 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2009 15,963 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)

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 SVW is a 2006 BMW 118 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 SVW, 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

How do I check the history of CV56 SVW?

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What year was CV56 SVW registered?

CV56 SVW is a 2006 BMW 118, first registered on 28 September 2006.

Is CV56 SVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for CV56 SVW shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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