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DK56 WFD

2006 BMW 118

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Nov 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

204,784 mi
Last recorded204,784 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW 11889,203 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK56 WFD
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2025 204,784 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Oct 2025 204,770 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and offside rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Nov 2024 196,200 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 26 Oct 2023 187,115 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Oct 2022 178,313 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2021 170,449 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2020 168,301 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Oct 2019 161,918 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated BOTH FRONT (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Brake hose slightly deteriorated BOTH REAR (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Oct 2018 157,397 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2017 148,179 miles

Unable to see brake fluid level.

Pass 22 Dec 2016 141,275 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2015 127,923 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2014 115,531 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2013 109,630 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2012 104,373 miles

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

Pass 2 Dec 2011 96,196 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2010 83,220 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 79,736 miles

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

Fail 22 Sep 2010 79,736 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Sep 2009 61,761 miles

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

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 21 Sep 2009 61,761 miles

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

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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DK56 WFD is a 2006 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 DK56 WFD, 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 DK56 WFD registered?

DK56 WFD is a 2006 BMW 118, first registered on 29 September 2006.

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