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GF06 XFS

2006 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2021
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

93,266 mi
Last recorded93,266 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2020
Typical for 2006 BMW 11889,203 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF06 XFS
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2020 93,266 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Oct 2020 93,262 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

tpms warning light on

Pass 12 Sep 2019 89,487 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 1 Nov 2018 85,238 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 30 Oct 2017 81,500 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 25 Oct 2016 76,554 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2016 76,554 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 30 Oct 2015 68,235 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2014 58,857 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front discs lip & worn

Pass 13 Jun 2013 54,307 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

n/s wind screen crack at very bottom

Fail 13 Jun 2013 54,307 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

n/s wind screen crack at very bottom

Pass 12 Jun 2012 51,252 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 48,775 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2010 46,285 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 40,991 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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GF06 XFS 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 GF06 XFS, 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 GF06 XFS registered?

GF06 XFS is a 2006 BMW 118, first registered on 6 June 2006.

Is GF06 XFS safe to buy?

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