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DG56 OZU

2006 BMW 118

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2021
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

175,953 mi
Last recorded175,953 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2020
Typical for 2006 BMW 11889,203 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG56 OZU
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2020 175,953 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2019 159,870 miles

Front Lower Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear both mains (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 28 Aug 2018 159,272 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear All position lamps light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 17 Jun 2017 148,087 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside & offside (3.5.1i)

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

undertrays fitted

Pass 18 Jun 2016 139,517 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front & rear discs pitted (3.5.1i)

Pass 20 Jun 2015 132,622 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2014 128,734 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 5 Dec 2014 128,734 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 4 Dec 2013 120,208 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 4 Dec 2013 120,208 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Dec 2012 111,672 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2011 103,507 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2010 92,204 miles

pad warning light on and angle sensor light

Pass 21 Jun 2010 92,055 miles

little chip on drivers side of screen

Pass 23 Oct 2009 76,674 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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DG56 OZU is a 2006 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 DG56 OZU, 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 DG56 OZU registered?

DG56 OZU is a 2006 BMW 118, first registered on 27 October 2006.

Is DG56 OZU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG56 OZU shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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