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FD06 XMG

2006 BMW 118

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2022
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

117,439 mi
Last recorded117,439 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2021
Typical for 2006 BMW 11889,203 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD06 XMG
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2021 117,439 miles

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

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear surface corroded

Pass 19 Oct 2019 112,464 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Oct 2018 107,308 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2017 100,474 miles

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

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

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

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

both front brake discs lip

both front wiper blades smear

both rear brake discs lip

Fail 30 Sep 2017 100,474 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

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

both front brake discs lip

both front wiper blades smear

both rear brake discs lip

Pass 29 Sep 2016 92,344 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2015 84,716 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2014 70,267 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Signs of fuel leakage from fuel tank vent hose.

Pass 18 Oct 2013 52,723 miles

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 6 Oct 2012 48,376 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2011 42,911 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

all four tyres outer edges worn.

Pass 22 Oct 2011 42,911 miles

all four tyres outer edges worn.

Pass 26 Oct 2010 36,316 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2009 23,260 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2008 9,530 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 XMG is a 2006 BMW 118 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 XMG, 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 XMG registered?

FD06 XMG is a 2006 BMW 118, first registered on 20 June 2006.

Is FD06 XMG safe to buy?

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