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GF56 OSJ

2006 BMW 118

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2022
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

97,007 mi
Last recorded97,007 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2021
Typical for 2006 BMW 11889,203 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF56 OSJ
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 7 Sep 2021 97,007 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

when wheels turned rear diff is noisy

Pass 3 Sep 2020 84,957 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 74,899 miles

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

Pass 28 Aug 2018 67,152 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2017 60,169 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2016 53,721 miles

both front tyres wearing on outer edges

Pass 26 Aug 2015 47,485 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 43,292 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both rear tyres wearing slightly on inner edges

nearside front plastic jacking point block missing

Pass 31 Aug 2013 37,836 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front and rear brake pads roughly 60% worn

nearside front jacking up rubber missing

Pass 1 Sep 2012 32,474 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Sep 2011 28,062 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2010 20,533 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2009 17,384 miles

both rear tyres on 3mm

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 OSJ is a 2006 BMW 118 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 OSJ, 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 OSJ registered?

GF56 OSJ is a 2006 BMW 118, first registered on 6 November 2006.

Is GF56 OSJ safe to buy?

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