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HJ56 SZR

2006 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2025
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

197,376 mi
Last recorded197,376 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2024
Typical for 2006 BMW 11889,203 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ56 SZR
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2024 197,376 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated all (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect and signs of minor leaking (5.3.2 (d))

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

Offside Front position lamp outer angel eye slight flickering

Rear Exhaust mounting defective mounting to pipe broken rear (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 10 Jun 2024 197,361 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible and restricted light output nearside (4.1.4 (c))

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Offside Rear Lower Position lamp not working stop tail bulb inoperative (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated and play (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Brake hose slightly deteriorated all (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect and signs of minor leaking (5.3.2 (d))

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

Offside Front position lamp outer angel eye slight flickering

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective mounting to pipe broken rear (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2023 181,832 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside and Offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Nearside and Offside - Inner Pads (esp NSF) **STRONG ADVISE** (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside and Offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Nearside and Offside - Bubbling Uner Coating (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 1 Jun 2023 181,832 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps LED STROBE - Flashing (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed Outer Shoulder (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside and Offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Nearside and Offside - Inner Pads (esp NSF) **STRONG ADVISE** (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside and Offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Nearside and Offside - Bubbling Uner Coating (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 11 Feb 2022 167,250 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2021 149,654 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2020 146,467 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2019 136,291 miles

Nearside Rear 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 7 Feb 2018 126,033 miles

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

Pass 13 Feb 2017 115,510 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Feb 2016 103,565 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2015 93,311 miles

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

Pass 14 Feb 2014 82,502 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2013 70,128 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2012 57,067 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2011 43,522 miles

unable to fully check under vehicle due to factory fitted covers

Pass 12 Feb 2010 26,386 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2009 24,885 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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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HJ56 SZR is a 2006 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 HJ56 SZR, 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 HJ56 SZR registered?

HJ56 SZR is a 2006 BMW 118, first registered on 28 September 2006.

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