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FL56 XLB

2006 BMW 118

Silver Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2025
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

133,969 mi
Last recorded133,969 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2024
Typical for 2006 BMW 11889,203 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL56 XLB
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2024 133,969 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2023 129,662 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both fronts (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Rear Jet washer not working

Pass 31 Jan 2022 125,986 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated fronts (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear mixture of run-flat and non/run-flat tyres fitted on same axle

TPMS lamp on dash

Fail 31 Jan 2022 125,986 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated fronts (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Rear mixture of run-flat and non/run-flat tyres fitted on same axle

TPMS lamp on dash

Pass 18 Jan 2021 122,856 miles

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))

Pass 3 Jan 2020 121,373 miles

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))

Pass 9 Oct 2018 118,524 miles

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))

Pass 6 Oct 2017 116,059 miles

rear brake pads wearing thin

uneven wear front tyres - outer edges

Pass 30 Sep 2016 106,655 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2015 93,888 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2014 77,591 miles

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

front tyres wearing unevenly - outer edges

Pass 16 Sep 2013 62,388 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2012 52,013 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2011 42,327 miles

front and rear brake pads wearing low - recommend brake check

Pass 27 Sep 2010 32,790 miles

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

inner front brake pads wearing low.

Pass 26 Sep 2009 22,161 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

o/s/r brake noisey

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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FL56 XLB is a 2006 BMW 118 in Silver with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 FL56 XLB, 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 FL56 XLB registered?

FL56 XLB is a 2006 BMW 118, first registered on 5 October 2006.

Is FL56 XLB safe to buy?

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