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DY56 FXM

2006 BMW 118

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2024
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

125,908 mi
Last recorded125,908 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2023
Typical for 2006 BMW 11889,203 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY56 FXM
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2023 125,908 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2022 120,367 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2021 118,265 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2020 116,288 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2020 116,276 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting likely to fail (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Oct 2019 115,003 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 28 Sep 2018 112,607 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2018 112,607 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has an unsafe modification (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2017 107,334 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2016 94,619 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 76,891 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2015 76,890 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Pass 3 Jun 2014 69,983 miles

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

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

Pass 31 May 2012 55,915 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 2 Jun 2011 48,595 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 2 Jun 2011 48,595 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 18 May 2010 38,709 miles

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

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

Pass 19 May 2009 27,933 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 FXM is a 2006 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 FXM, 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

How do I check the history of DY56 FXM?

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What year was DY56 FXM registered?

DY56 FXM is a 2006 BMW 118, first registered on 8 September 2006.

Is DY56 FXM safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY56 FXM shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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