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FH06 LVL

2006 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2022
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

111,933 mi
Last recorded111,933 miles
Recorded on5 May 2021
Typical for 2006 BMW 11889,203 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH06 LVL
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 May 2021 111,933 miles

Central Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 5 May 2021 111,933 miles

Central Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 20 May 2020 109,492 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 May 2019 104,518 miles
Pass 2 May 2018 96,432 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 2 May 2018 96,432 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 5 May 2017 89,753 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 84,301 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Apr 2015 76,141 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 29 Apr 2014 64,872 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 51,714 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 44,520 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2011 36,063 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 29 Jun 2010 27,261 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 17,872 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2008 10,150 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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FH06 LVL is a 2006 BMW 118 in Black 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 FH06 LVL, 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 FH06 LVL registered?

FH06 LVL is a 2006 BMW 118, first registered on 4 March 2006.

Is FH06 LVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH06 LVL 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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