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HJ06 VFK

2006 BMW 118

Grey Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Dec 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

70,248 mi
Last recorded70,248 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW 11889,203 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ06 VFK
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2025 70,248 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Fail 20 Nov 2025 69,870 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Pass 15 Nov 2024 63,439 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2023 59,449 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 16 Nov 2022 57,610 miles

Fuel cap seal perishing.

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

Under trays fitted.

Pass 14 Oct 2021 55,341 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective Mounting broken (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Oct 2020 53,808 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2019 47,987 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2018 42,495 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 21 Mar 2017 38,943 miles

Front tyres wearing thin outer edges

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 18 Mar 2016 35,603 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 31,307 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2014 28,417 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 25,637 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 22,567 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 19,270 miles

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

off side front tyre wearing thin 2.mm outside edge

Pass 14 Apr 2010 15,534 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 11,637 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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HJ06 VFK is a 2006 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 HJ06 VFK, 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 HJ06 VFK registered?

HJ06 VFK is a 2006 BMW 118, first registered on 20 March 2006.

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