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GF06 XLZ

2006 BMW 118

Grey Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2022
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

118,956 mi
Last recorded118,956 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2021
Typical for 2006 BMW 11889,203 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF06 XLZ
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2021 118,956 miles

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

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2019 118,554 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2017 117,620 miles

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

Pass 23 Nov 2016 111,770 miles

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

Front number plate damaged

Offside Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view cracked (8.1.2a)

Fail 21 Nov 2016 111,769 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Front number plate damaged

Offside Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view cracked (8.1.2a)

Pass 19 Nov 2015 101,741 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 99,292 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 May 2014 87,684 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Jun 2013 76,841 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Jun 2012 64,405 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 54,910 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2010 47,500 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2009 39,379 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 XLZ is a 2006 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 XLZ, 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.

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What year was GF06 XLZ registered?

GF06 XLZ is a 2006 BMW 118, first registered on 24 May 2006.

Is GF06 XLZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF06 XLZ shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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