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WV56 YGX

2006 BMW 118

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2025
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

155,127 mi
Last recorded155,127 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2024
Typical for 2006 BMW 11889,203 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV56 YGX
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2024 155,127 miles

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

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

under trays and engine covers fitted

wet conditions

Fail 14 Feb 2024 155,127 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

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

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

under trays and engine covers fitted

wet conditions

Pass 16 Sep 2022 143,295 miles

Front accident damage both front wings

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres (5.2.3 (e))

under trays and engine covers fitted

Nearside Front brake hose not secured

Pass 16 Aug 2021 134,431 miles

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

Nearside Front wing damaged but not likely to cause injury

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

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear door damaged but not likely to cause injury

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

rear washer inoperative

rear wiper inoperative

vehicle has under body covers fitted preventing full inspection

vehicle has under bonnet covers fitted preventing full inspection

Fail 3 Aug 2021 133,678 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

rear washer inoperative

rear wiper inoperative

vehicle has under body covers fitted preventing full inspection

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

Nearside Front wing damaged but not likely to cause injury

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

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear door damaged but not likely to cause injury

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

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

vehicle has under bonnet covers fitted preventing full inspection

Pass 10 Aug 2020 127,785 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

under trays and engine covers fitted

Pass 5 Aug 2019 119,323 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

engine covers fitted preventing full under bonnet inspection

under trays fitted preventing full under body inspection

Pass 6 Aug 2018 110,678 miles

Both front brake hoses are perished

Both front tyres are worn on edges

Both rear tyres are getting low of tread

Brake reaction bushes are soft

Engine covers fitted preventing full under bonnet inspection

N/s/f shock has slight oil residue

Undertrays fitted preventing full underside inspection

Pass 7 Aug 2017 100,247 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 92,315 miles

both rear tyres wearing low also slightly perished

Pass 6 Aug 2015 84,366 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Aug 2014 76,316 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 67,208 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2012 59,371 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2011 48,890 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2011 45,674 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 44,065 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 32,340 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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WV56 YGX is a 2006 BMW 118 in Grey 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 WV56 YGX, 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 WV56 YGX registered?

WV56 YGX is a 2006 BMW 118, first registered on 27 September 2006.

Is WV56 YGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for WV56 YGX shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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