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NL56 DVC

2006 BMW 130

Silver Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Sep 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

209,975 mi
Last recorded209,975 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW 13074,615 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL56 DVC
MakeBMW
Model130
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 209,975 miles

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

Rear subframe corroded

Pass 4 Sep 2024 199,422 miles

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened bushing deteriorated (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear subframe corroded

Fail 3 Sep 2024 199,422 miles

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

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

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened bushing deteriorated (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear subframe corroded

Pass 6 Sep 2023 189,932 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 Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated rubber donut cracking rear (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2022 180,411 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2021 170,553 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2020 161,783 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2019 153,654 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2018 145,904 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2017 137,135 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2016 128,080 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 114,553 miles

Offside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. handbrake (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 28 Aug 2014 102,238 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 89,441 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 78,651 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 67,997 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 56,918 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 44,822 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 130?

Based on 21,905 MOT tests across 1,307 vehicles.

80.8%
Pass Rate
5,977
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
1,307
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 517
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 264
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 152
Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 151
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 143
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NL56 DVC is a 2006 BMW 130 in Silver with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 2006 BMW 130 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.1% with a typical mileage of 74,615 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 130 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 517 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NL56 DVC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 130 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 20 years old, this BMW 130 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was NL56 DVC registered?

NL56 DVC is a 2006 BMW 130, first registered on 19 September 2006.

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