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DY56 BFZ

2006 BMW 118

Black Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2021
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

109,855 mi
Last recorded109,855 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2020
Typical for 2006 BMW 11889,203 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY56 BFZ
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2020 109,855 miles

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

o/s door mirror glass starting to deteriorate

Pass 26 Jun 2019 104,792 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 101,403 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 100,355 miles

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

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

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

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)

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

Pass 13 May 2016 85,740 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 62,422 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2015 62,415 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 17 Mar 2014 41,800 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Mar 2013 39,648 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2012 39,500 miles

Brake warning light on dash.

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 19 Dec 2011 35,478 miles

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

brake warning light on dash

Fail 19 Dec 2011 35,478 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

brake warning light on dash

Pass 23 Dec 2010 30,790 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2009 24,823 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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DY56 BFZ is a 2006 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 DY56 BFZ, 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 DY56 BFZ registered?

DY56 BFZ is a 2006 BMW 118, first registered on 26 September 2006.

Is DY56 BFZ safe to buy?

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