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FD06 JNX

2006 BMW 118

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Apr 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

191,581 mi
Last recorded191,581 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW 11889,203 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD06 JNX
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 191,581 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective bracket broken (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Apr 2025 182,236 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Apr 2024 172,609 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2024 172,609 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 19 May 2023 166,326 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both perishing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 May 2022 160,915 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all four worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 May 2021 157,651 miles
Fail 15 May 2021 157,651 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure suspension arm bolt loose from bush (5.3.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 27 May 2020 155,528 miles
Fail 27 May 2020 155,528 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear parking brake performance poor

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Apr 2019 148,858 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2018 137,728 miles

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 26 Apr 2017 127,981 miles

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

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

under tray fitted

Pass 14 Apr 2016 117,838 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2015 107,923 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Apr 2014 99,197 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both rear tyre approx 3/4mm

o/s/r,n/s/r child seat fitted can't test seat belts

Fail 15 Apr 2013 90,113 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Apr 2013 90,113 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Apr 2012 79,295 miles

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

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 26 Apr 2011 67,807 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 5 May 2010 57,166 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 7 May 2009 47,665 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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FD06 JNX is a 2006 BMW 118 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 FD06 JNX, 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 FD06 JNX registered?

FD06 JNX is a 2006 BMW 118, first registered on 20 May 2006.

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