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HJ56 ZGW

2006 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2021
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

148,996 mi
Last recorded148,996 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2020
Typical for 2006 BMW 11889,203 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2020 148,996 miles

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

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

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

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

front brakes worn low

Fail 6 Oct 2020 148,996 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

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

front brakes worn low

Pass 11 Sep 2019 137,206 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 1 Oct 2018 126,032 miles

Both front brakes hoses have slight cuts

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear brake discs and pads worn

Pass 29 Sep 2017 105,070 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

under tray fitted obscuring view of components

Pass 1 Oct 2016 91,669 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear tyre wearing on the inner edge

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear tyre wearing on the inner edge

under trays fitted obscuring view of components

Pass 2 Oct 2015 79,481 miles

Child seat(s) fitted not allowing full inspection of adult seat belt(s

Engine covers fitted obscuring some engine bay components

Under-trays fitted obscuring some engine bay components

Pass 2 Oct 2014 71,068 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Sep 2013 63,364 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Sep 2012 55,239 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 47,782 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2010 40,425 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 33,107 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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HJ56 ZGW is a 2006 BMW 118 in Black 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 HJ56 ZGW, 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 ZGW registered?

HJ56 ZGW is a 2006 BMW 118, first registered on 26 September 2006.

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