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GF56 KTG

2006 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2024
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

199,177 mi
Last recorded199,177 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2023
Typical for 2006 BMW 11889,203 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF56 KTG
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2023 199,177 miles

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement NS ANF OS (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge NS AND OS FRONT (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 25 Jan 2022 181,321 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2022 181,321 miles

Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Nov 2020 173,154 miles

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

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

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

Pass 3 Oct 2019 168,325 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2018 165,647 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2018 165,647 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 17 Oct 2017 157,847 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2016 151,956 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2015 144,642 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2014 132,675 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2013 117,948 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2013 117,890 miles

Steering lock warning lamp indicates a fault (2.1.4c)

Pass 31 Oct 2012 106,426 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Oct 2011 106,090 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2011 106,090 miles

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)

Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

slight knocking felt in steering system at steering wheel

Pass 17 Nov 2010 104,959 miles

front brake pads 3/4 worn

nearside headlamp aim on lower limit

offside headlamp aim on upper limit

rear brake pads getting low

Pass 7 Oct 2009 75,540 miles

both front tyres worn on edges

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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GF56 KTG 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 77.8%.

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 GF56 KTG, 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 GF56 KTG registered?

GF56 KTG is a 2006 BMW 118, first registered on 30 October 2006.

Is GF56 KTG safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF56 KTG shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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