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DG06 VBZ

2006 BMW 118

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2016
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

150,827 mi
Last recorded150,827 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2015
Typical for 2006 BMW 11889,203 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG06 VBZ
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2015 150,827 miles

Offside Front tyre worn on outer edges and needs renewing

Pass 4 Nov 2014 138,082 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front nearside and offside brake pads wearing low

offside rear upper suspension arm bush has small amount of play in joint

rear nearside and offside brake pads wearing low

Pass 28 Oct 2013 123,426 miles

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

Fail 28 Oct 2013 123,426 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

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

Pass 23 Oct 2012 109,654 miles

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

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 1 Nov 2011 90,512 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 60,215 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 32,366 miles

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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DG06 VBZ is a 2006 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 DG06 VBZ, 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.

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What year was DG06 VBZ registered?

DG06 VBZ is a 2006 BMW 118, first registered on 16 May 2006.

Is DG06 VBZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG06 VBZ shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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