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DF56 OTL

2006 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

189,666 mi
Last recorded189,666 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2017
Typical for 2006 BMW 12090,950 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF56 OTL
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2017 189,666 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2016 183,877 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2015 178,210 miles

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

front brake discs worn.

Pass 20 Nov 2014 167,669 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

offside front tyre outer edge worn

Pass 15 Nov 2013 159,424 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 17 Nov 2012 151,348 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Nov 2012 151,348 miles

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

Pass 21 Nov 2011 134,826 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 26 Nov 2010 108,496 miles

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

Pass 14 Dec 2009 83,388 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

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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DF56 OTL is a 2006 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 DF56 OTL, 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 DF56 OTL registered?

DF56 OTL is a 2006 BMW 120, first registered on 28 December 2006.

Is DF56 OTL safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF56 OTL shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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