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DU06 EVF

2006 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2025
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

116,147 mi
Last recorded116,147 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2024
Typical for 2006 BMW 11889,203 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU06 EVF
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2024 116,147 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2023 113,048 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2022 112,223 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jul 2021 108,338 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2020 106,149 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2020 106,149 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Aug 2019 103,782 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2018 101,873 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2017 100,206 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2016 97,631 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2015 87,573 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 73,339 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 57,325 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2012 55,505 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2011 47,172 miles

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

Fail 15 Dec 2011 47,172 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 4 Jan 2011 38,528 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2011 38,528 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Inner sidewall of Nearside front and Offside rear tyres starting to split!

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

Rear Brake pad wear indicator wires broken

Rear number plate very dirty

Slight corrosion both front Brake discs

Pass 30 Dec 2009 31,351 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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DU06 EVF is a 2006 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 DU06 EVF, 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 DU06 EVF registered?

DU06 EVF is a 2006 BMW 118, first registered on 30 March 2006.

Is DU06 EVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for DU06 EVF shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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