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EF06 FPP

2006 BMW 118

Black Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2025
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

82,543 mi
Last recorded82,543 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2024
Typical for 2006 BMW 11889,203 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF06 FPP
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2024 82,543 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2023 74,570 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2023 74,570 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Fail 1 Aug 2023 74,269 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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))

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

Pass 26 Jul 2022 67,450 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2021 60,766 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2021 60,766 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Jul 2020 54,951 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 47,467 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 43,056 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 39,351 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 36,408 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 33,025 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 29,287 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 25,305 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 21,597 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 17,980 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 14,722 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 11,429 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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EF06 FPP is a 2006 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 FPP, 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 FPP registered?

EF06 FPP is a 2006 BMW 118, first registered on 23 May 2006.

Is EF06 FPP safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF06 FPP shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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