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FY56 XDE

2006 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Sep 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

153,795 mi
Last recorded153,795 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW 11889,203 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY56 XDE
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2025 153,795 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both badly perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside rear ABS sensor rubbing on pick-up ring

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Towbar socket cover missing

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chipped + large top tint (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2024 150,681 miles

Chip in windscreen

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 11 Sep 2023 147,441 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

cover sills shields

cover sills shields

Pass 28 Sep 2022 143,449 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Parking brake lever worn, but not excessively travel (1.1.6 (b) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 20 Sep 2021 139,132 miles

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

Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

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

cover sills shields

Fail 20 Sep 2021 139,132 miles

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

Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

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

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

cover sills shields

Pass 14 Sep 2020 135,062 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

cover sills shields

Pass 11 Oct 2019 130,587 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

cover sills shields

Pass 4 Oct 2018 125,250 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

cover sills shields

Pass 12 Oct 2017 124,329 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)

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

Pass 26 Sep 2016 123,029 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)

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

Pass 26 Sep 2015 122,202 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 17 Sep 2014 107,100 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2013 86,672 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 66,002 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 47,142 miles

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)

bonnet latch stiff and corroded, (did lubricate at time of test and it did improve)

front brake imballance on 23% close to max of 25% (advise inspection asap)

Pass 27 Sep 2010 36,923 miles

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

front wiper blades smearing.

oil level close to min mark.

Pass 25 Sep 2009 25,880 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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FY56 XDE is a 2006 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 FY56 XDE, 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 FY56 XDE registered?

FY56 XDE is a 2006 BMW 118, first registered on 28 September 2006.

Is FY56 XDE safe to buy?

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