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FD56 DBX

2006 BMW 118

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

156,259 mi
Last recorded156,259 miles
Recorded on10 May 2024
Typical for 2006 BMW 11889,203 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD56 DBX
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 May 2024 156,259 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 30 May 2023 149,927 miles
Pass 26 May 2022 141,626 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 26 May 2022 141,626 miles

Central Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2021 133,016 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Sep 2020 127,667 miles

both front tyres 0mm on inner edges

n/s/r tyre 2mm plus has a nail in it

rear exhaust mount broken

Pass 6 Sep 2019 119,429 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2017 113,416 miles

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

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

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 18 Dec 2015 100,407 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2015 82,012 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2014 60,500 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2013 48,833 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2011 41,301 miles

Both front tyres slightly wearing inner & outer edges

Pass 6 Oct 2010 31,995 miles

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

Pass 26 Nov 2009 25,168 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2009 25,165 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

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

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

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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FD56 DBX is a 2006 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 FD56 DBX, 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

How do I check the history of FD56 DBX?

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What year was FD56 DBX registered?

FD56 DBX is a 2006 BMW 118, first registered on 8 December 2006.

Is FD56 DBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD56 DBX shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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