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EF06 FBG

2006 BMW 118

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

76,667 mi
Last recorded76,667 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW 11889,203 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF06 FBG
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2025 76,667 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2023 71,673 miles

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

Fail 29 Nov 2023 71,673 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Nov 2022 66,299 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated ALL (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Vehicle has covers fitted unable to see certain testable items

Pass 9 Nov 2021 60,701 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Nov 2020 54,571 miles

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

Fail 4 Nov 2020 54,571 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 12 Nov 2019 47,584 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2018 36,866 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 25,270 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 18,908 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 12,232 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 9,113 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 8,950 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 8,044 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 6,925 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 5,453 miles
Fail 18 May 2009 5,453 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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EF06 FBG is a 2006 BMW 118 in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 EF06 FBG, 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 EF06 FBG registered?

EF06 FBG is a 2006 BMW 118, first registered on 2 June 2006.

Is EF06 FBG safe to buy?

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