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FD06 YTU

2006 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2017
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

153,410 mi
Last recorded153,410 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2016
Typical for 2006 BMW 11889,203 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD06 YTU
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2016 153,410 miles

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

fuel cap cover missing

run flat indicator illuminated

Pass 12 Feb 2015 141,634 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2015 141,634 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Feb 2014 131,279 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Feb 2013 125,873 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2012 121,518 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Feb 2011 115,110 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 100,665 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 78,087 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 YTU is a 2006 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 YTU, 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 YTU registered?

FD06 YTU is a 2006 BMW 118, first registered on 6 June 2006.

Is FD06 YTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD06 YTU shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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