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DY06 ZUA

2006 BMW 120

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2024
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

95,980 mi
Last recorded95,980 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2023
Typical for 2006 BMW 12090,950 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY06 ZUA
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2023 95,980 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 Mar 2022 85,128 miles

Driver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Mar 2021 79,455 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides front front have slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Valve stem slightly damaged Both sides front perished (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 18 Jan 2020 72,973 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 19 Jan 2019 67,183 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Jan 2018 60,582 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2018 60,582 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 13 Jan 2017 53,854 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2016 43,503 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2015 39,148 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2015 39,148 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Jan 2014 34,370 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2013 29,502 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2012 22,468 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2012 22,468 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 17 Jan 2011 15,539 miles

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

Pass 22 Jan 2010 8,640 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2009 6,647 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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DY06 ZUA is a 2006 BMW 120 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 DY06 ZUA, 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

How do I check the history of DY06 ZUA?

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What year was DY06 ZUA registered?

DY06 ZUA is a 2006 BMW 120, first registered on 31 March 2006.

Is DY06 ZUA safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY06 ZUA shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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