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EF06 ZHV

2006 BMW 118

Silver Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

94,324 mi
Last recorded94,324 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2021
Typical for 2006 BMW 11889,203 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF06 ZHV
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2021 94,324 miles

slight oil leak

Pass 21 Dec 2020 90,074 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2019 77,800 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2018 74,051 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Pass 3 Jul 2017 71,904 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Fail 3 Jul 2017 71,904 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 23 Jun 2016 69,731 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2016 69,731 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

Exhaust emits dense blue smoke at idle (7.3.A.2b)

Exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Pass 15 Apr 2015 64,015 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 9 May 2014 56,225 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 May 2013 52,151 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 47,008 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 41,190 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2010 30,293 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2009 30,286 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Oil leak

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 ZHV is a 2006 BMW 118 in Silver with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 ZHV, 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 ZHV registered?

EF06 ZHV is a 2006 BMW 118, first registered on 7 June 2006.

Is EF06 ZHV safe to buy?

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