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DK56 WDF

2006 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Dec 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

96,620 mi
Last recorded96,620 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW 12090,950 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK56 WDF
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2025 96,620 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Dec 2024 94,039 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Washers could be better

Trays ands covers fitted

Pass 21 Dec 2023 91,362 miles

Trays and covers fitted preventing a full inspection of some components

Pass 7 Dec 2022 88,779 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Trays and covers fitted preventing a full inspection of some components

Pass 8 Dec 2021 87,152 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin advise changing soon (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

trays and covers fitted

Pass 26 Nov 2020 83,734 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Dec 2019 71,999 miles

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Dirty, not deteriorated (0.1 (b))

Trays and covers fitted

Pass 7 Dec 2018 57,166 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All metal pipes covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

Trays and covers fitted

Pass 15 Nov 2017 43,435 miles

under body cover fitted

Pass 5 Dec 2016 38,842 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Nov 2015 33,192 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit nearside and offside scrubbed on outer and inner treads (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Dec 2014 25,072 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2014 23,496 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2014 23,496 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 26 Mar 2013 21,143 miles

rear o/s and n/s tyres worn on the inside edge

Pass 30 Mar 2012 18,321 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2010 14,919 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Oct 2010 14,919 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2009 12,432 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

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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DK56 WDF is a 2006 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 DK56 WDF, 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 DK56 WDF registered?

DK56 WDF is a 2006 BMW 120, first registered on 1 September 2006.

Is DK56 WDF safe to buy?

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