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EA06 VOV

2006 BMW 118

Silver Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2020
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

103,439 mi
Last recorded103,439 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2019
Typical for 2006 BMW 11889,203 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA06 VOV
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2019 103,439 miles

Offside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

engine under tray fitted obscuring some testable items

Pass 23 Jan 2018 98,960 miles

heat application to offside trak rod end recommend replacement

nearside registration plate lamp loose

Fail 23 Jan 2018 98,960 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

heat application to offside trak rod end recommend replacement

nearside registration plate lamp loose

Pass 30 Jan 2017 91,591 miles

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)

Offside Rear cut to sidewall

Pass 1 Feb 2016 85,826 miles

oil leaking

Pass 9 Dec 2014 79,242 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2013 65,068 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2013 65,068 miles

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Dec 2012 58,961 miles

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

Pass 20 Jan 2012 52,391 miles

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)

Pass 28 Jan 2011 45,518 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2010 42,118 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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EA06 VOV is a 2006 BMW 118 in Silver with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 EA06 VOV, 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 EA06 VOV registered?

EA06 VOV is a 2006 BMW 118, first registered on 13 April 2006.

Is EA06 VOV safe to buy?

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