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DN06 BKU

2006 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2022
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

139,940 mi
Last recorded139,940 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2021
Typical for 2006 BMW 12090,950 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN06 BKU
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2021 139,940 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2020 128,255 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2019 123,254 miles

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

Under-body Trays/Cover fitted .(Front to Rear).Not allowing full inspection

Fail 2 Aug 2019 123,253 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick and offside rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front registration damage

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin and offside front (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Jul 2018 117,271 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 4 Jul 2017 112,838 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2017 112,838 miles

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

Pass 5 Jul 2016 102,288 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 90,659 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2014 72,325 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Jun 2013 56,093 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 56,052 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 49,092 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 40,618 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 36,570 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 31,576 miles

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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DN06 BKU is a 2006 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 DN06 BKU, 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 DN06 BKU registered?

DN06 BKU is a 2006 BMW 120, first registered on 15 May 2006.

Is DN06 BKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DN06 BKU shows 16 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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