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CX56 DMF

2006 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

148,493 mi
Last recorded148,493 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2017
Typical for 2006 BMW 12090,950 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX56 DMF
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2017 148,493 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2017 148,493 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

Pass 10 Dec 2016 136,159 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2015 113,942 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2014 108,187 miles

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

Pass 2 Dec 2013 97,952 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2012 84,429 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

front & rear brake discs worn

Pass 19 Sep 2012 84,429 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front & rear brake discs worn

Pass 24 Sep 2011 68,436 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2010 51,930 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 4 Sep 2009 34,558 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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CX56 DMF is a 2006 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 CX56 DMF, 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 CX56 DMF registered?

CX56 DMF is a 2006 BMW 120, first registered on 13 September 2006.

Is CX56 DMF safe to buy?

The MOT history for CX56 DMF shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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