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DY56 VHT

2006 BMW 118

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Oct 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

159,798 mi
Last recorded159,798 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW 11889,203 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2025 159,798 miles

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

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

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

Pass 23 Aug 2024 153,176 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2023 145,625 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 23 Aug 2023 145,602 miles

Offside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge scrubbing on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Aug 2022 135,038 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2021 125,622 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated 2x front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated 2x rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 25 Sep 2021 125,622 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated 2x front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Front fog lamp not working

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated 2x rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 23 Sep 2020 116,000 miles

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

Offside Front Track rod end modified, but not inappropriately (2.1.3 (f) (i))

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

Fail 23 Sep 2020 116,000 miles

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Offside Front Track rod end modified, but not inappropriately (2.1.3 (f) (i))

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

Pass 24 Sep 2019 108,583 miles

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

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Sep 2018 96,352 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2017 84,182 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2016 73,300 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2015 61,217 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2014 50,345 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2013 45,252 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 23 Oct 2013 45,252 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2012 38,736 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front inner brake pads wearing low.

damage wheel rims.

nail in nearside front tyre (not leaking).

small stone chips front windscreen.

stone cuts tyre treads.

wiper blades noisy across windscreen.

Pass 1 Nov 2011 30,730 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2010 25,130 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2009 20,343 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 VHT is a 2006 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 VHT, 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 VHT registered?

DY56 VHT is a 2006 BMW 118, first registered on 28 October 2006.

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