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CV56 VFZ

2006 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2024
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

142,017 mi
Last recorded142,017 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2023
Typical for 2006 BMW 12090,950 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV56 VFZ
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2023 142,017 miles

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 14 Dec 2022 132,417 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2021 108,870 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Dec 2020 88,710 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Dec 2019 85,573 miles

ENGINE COVERS & UNDERTRAYS OBSCURING INSPECTION OF SOME ITEMS

MUD IMPEEDING REAR INSPECTION

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

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

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge APPROACHING 1.6MM (5.2.3 (e))

OSR TYRE: HAS CUT TO OUTER SIDEWALL BUT NOT EXPOSING CORDS - ADVISE REPLACEMENT

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

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

Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge APPROACHING 1.6MM (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Dec 2018 79,228 miles

ENGINE COVERS FITTED

MUD IMPEEDING REAR INSPECTION

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

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

UNDERTRAYS FITTED OBSCURING COMPONENTS

Fail 3 Dec 2018 79,225 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

ENGINE COVERS FITTED

MUD IMPEEDING REAR INSPECTION

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

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Side repeater insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

UNDERTRAYS FITTED OBSCURING COMPONENTS

Pass 29 Nov 2017 72,870 miles

Mud impeding test

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

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded both sides (3.6.B.2c)

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner faces (3.5.1i)

Fail 29 Nov 2017 72,870 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Mud impeding test

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

Nearside Front tyre badly perished and at 2mm

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded both sides (3.6.B.2c)

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner faces (3.5.1i)

Pass 3 Jun 2016 55,925 miles

under cover fitted

Pass 9 Jun 2015 48,922 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 48,482 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 37,193 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 31,592 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 19,378 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 19,143 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 14,270 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 12,517 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 9,944 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 VFZ is a 2006 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 VFZ, 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 VFZ registered?

CV56 VFZ is a 2006 BMW 120, first registered on 28 September 2006.

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