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GJ56 LXB

2006 BMW 118

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Aug 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

106,996 mi
Last recorded106,996 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW 11889,203 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ56 LXB
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2026 106,996 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both front brake flexi hoses (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 12 Aug 2025 105,323 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2024 102,519 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated cracking / perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated cracking / perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 13 Aug 2024 102,518 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated cracking / perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated cracking / perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 18 Aug 2023 99,631 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2022 91,478 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On legal 1.6mm limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 2 Aug 2021 79,780 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2021 79,780 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 6 Aug 2020 67,780 miles

brake hose n/s/f slight cuts

Fail 5 Aug 2020 67,747 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Suspension arm insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

brake hose n/s/f slight cuts

Pass 10 Jul 2019 57,360 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 7 Aug 2018 44,273 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2017 35,628 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 30,997 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2015 29,580 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2014 27,049 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2013 23,925 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Aug 2013 23,307 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 20,720 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2011 17,735 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Sep 2010 14,546 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2009 11,473 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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GJ56 LXB is a 2006 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 GJ56 LXB, 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 GJ56 LXB registered?

GJ56 LXB is a 2006 BMW 118, first registered on 4 September 2006.

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