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DN56 JWL

2006 BMW 118

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2021
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

117,974 mi
Last recorded117,974 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2020
Typical for 2006 BMW 11889,203 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN56 JWL
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2020 117,974 miles

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

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

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

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

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

general underbody surface rust

Pass 7 Oct 2019 112,626 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2018 107,438 miles

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

Nearside Front tyre worn on edge

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

Pass 16 May 2017 99,855 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 16 Jun 2016 95,130 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2015 86,808 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Jan 2015 86,808 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2013 80,719 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2012 76,376 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Mar 2012 71,430 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2011 67,071 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2010 54,687 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Oct 2009 40,534 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 20,521 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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DN56 JWL is a 2006 BMW 118 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 DN56 JWL, 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 DN56 JWL registered?

DN56 JWL is a 2006 BMW 118, first registered on 22 December 2006.

Is DN56 JWL safe to buy?

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