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KL56 VSE

2006 BMW 118

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Dec 2016
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

122,582 mi
Last recorded122,582 miles
Recorded on24 Dec 2015
Typical for 2006 BMW 11889,203 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKL56 VSE
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Dec 2015 122,582 miles

Centre Rear seat belt missing

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Child seat fitted

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 28 Nov 2015 121,923 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Child seat fitted to nsr

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both Front Hoses Cracking up (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil requires renewal (2.7.3)

Rear seat belt centre missing

Pass 28 Nov 2014 107,647 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 28 Nov 2014 107,647 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 6 Dec 2013 93,107 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2013 91,908 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Oil leak

Pass 24 Sep 2012 85,657 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 72,455 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2010 60,514 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2009 47,463 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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KL56 VSE is a 2006 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 KL56 VSE, 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 KL56 VSE registered?

KL56 VSE is a 2006 BMW 118, first registered on 15 September 2006.

Is KL56 VSE safe to buy?

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