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GJ56 RKE

2006 BMW 118

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2020
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

124,073 mi
Last recorded124,073 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2019
Typical for 2006 BMW 11889,203 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2019 124,073 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 11 Jul 2018 118,564 miles

Front Brake hose slightly damaged Both sides deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/valve stem damaged Both front tyres outer walls (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 17 Jul 2017 113,698 miles

Front Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush both sides front arm (2.5.B.2b)

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 24 Jun 2016 108,822 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 7 Nov 2015 105,812 miles

items removed from mirror

Fail 7 Nov 2015 105,812 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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Pass 14 Nov 2014 93,287 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2013 81,638 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2012 72,418 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2011 63,075 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2010 54,901 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2009 47,391 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Sep 2009 47,037 miles

2 nails in nearside rear tyre and also wearing low from inner and outer edges.

Offside front fog light lens broken

Offside rear tyre slightly wearing low from inner and outer 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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GJ56 RKE is a 2006 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel 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 GJ56 RKE, 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 GJ56 RKE registered?

GJ56 RKE is a 2006 BMW 118, first registered on 30 September 2006.

Is GJ56 RKE safe to buy?

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