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FM06 WMF

2006 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

129,597 mi
Last recorded129,597 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2018
Typical for 2006 BMW 11889,203 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM06 WMF
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2018 129,597 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2018 129,597 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Sep 2017 125,153 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 120,410 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both (2.7.3)

Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush both (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Fail 1 Sep 2016 120,410 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both (2.7.3)

Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush both (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

Pass 16 Sep 2015 115,980 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 103,446 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

front discs worn

rear tyres 3mm

Pass 9 Sep 2013 92,527 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Sep 2012 83,164 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2012 83,164 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 7 Sep 2011 64,438 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 49,129 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2010 47,008 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2009 36,024 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2009 33,729 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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FM06 WMF is a 2006 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FM06 WMF, 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 FM06 WMF registered?

FM06 WMF is a 2006 BMW 118, first registered on 30 June 2006.

Is FM06 WMF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM06 WMF shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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