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GJ56 VPC

2006 BMW 118

Grey Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

87,043 mi
Last recorded87,043 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW 11889,203 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ56 VPC
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2026 87,043 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 May 2025 82,950 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2024 74,651 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2023 72,450 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2022 69,368 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2021 65,594 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2020 64,750 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 62,271 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2019 62,271 miles

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

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

Pass 10 May 2018 59,320 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 19 May 2017 55,763 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 9 Jun 2016 53,887 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 13 Apr 2015 49,331 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 46,304 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2014 45,827 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2013 42,922 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2012 41,235 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2011 35,228 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 29,560 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 VPC is a 2006 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 VPC, 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 VPC registered?

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

Is GJ56 VPC safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJ56 VPC shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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