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EX56 LPO

2006 BMW 118

Grey Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Nov 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

118,489 mi
Last recorded118,489 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW 11889,203 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX56 LPO
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2025 118,489 miles

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

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2024 113,544 miles

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

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 14 Nov 2023 108,241 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bothsides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2022 102,461 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2022 102,457 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick inside (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 16 Nov 2021 96,460 miles

Bonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated (3.1 (c))

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

Pass 20 Nov 2020 91,143 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2019 86,100 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2018 79,752 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2017 73,069 miles

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

Fail 11 Nov 2017 73,039 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 22 Oct 2016 67,154 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2015 60,786 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2015 60,780 miles

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

Pass 10 Nov 2014 54,680 miles

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

Offside Front 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 18 Nov 2013 49,157 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2012 43,260 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2012 43,260 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 19 Nov 2011 38,444 miles

side seal cover fitted

under tray fitted.

Pass 13 Nov 2010 34,362 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2009 30,555 miles

engine undertray, sill covers and other covers fitted

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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EX56 LPO is a 2006 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,995cc petrol 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 EX56 LPO, 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 EX56 LPO registered?

EX56 LPO is a 2006 BMW 118, first registered on 6 September 2006.

Is EX56 LPO safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX56 LPO shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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