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DE56 PZA

2006 BMW 118

Grey Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2021
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

61,273 mi
Last recorded61,273 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2020
Typical for 2006 BMW 11889,203 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE56 PZA
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2020 61,273 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Nov 2020 61,273 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 1 Nov 2019 54,321 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2018 53,173 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2017 51,784 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2016 49,585 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2015 46,968 miles

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

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)

all 4 tyres side walls persihing

number of lubricant leaks

under trays fitted

Pass 27 Oct 2014 44,044 miles

Both Rear Tyre Wearing On Inside Edges.

N/S/R Tyre Is Perishing On Outer Tyre Wall.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 22 Nov 2013 41,796 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Dec 2012 39,506 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 1 Dec 2011 35,861 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

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

Pass 1 Dec 2011 35,861 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Pass 29 Nov 2010 31,993 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2009 27,398 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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DE56 PZA is a 2006 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 DE56 PZA, 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 DE56 PZA registered?

DE56 PZA is a 2006 BMW 118, first registered on 21 November 2006.

Is DE56 PZA safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE56 PZA shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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