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YA06 KYJ

2006 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Feb 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

128,030 mi
Last recorded128,030 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW 11889,203 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYA06 KYJ
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2026 128,030 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Jan 2025 116,125 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2024 116,071 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2023 115,437 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 28 Jan 2022 115,212 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2021 112,497 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2020 106,503 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2019 106,005 miles

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

Pass 12 Oct 2017 104,316 miles

Offside Brake hose slightly deteriorated + nearside front (3.6.B.4d)

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

Fail 11 Oct 2017 104,316 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Rear Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting corroded and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Offside Brake hose slightly deteriorated + nearside front (3.6.B.4d)

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

Pass 7 Jun 2016 97,921 miles

Offside Brake hose slightly deteriorated + nearside front (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 7 Jun 2016 97,921 miles

Offside Brake hose slightly deteriorated + nearside front (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 19 May 2015 86,187 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 63,905 miles

brake warning lamp on advise brake check

Pass 31 Jul 2010 53,142 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

brake warning light illuminated

Pass 13 Jul 2009 41,714 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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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YA06 KYJ is a 2006 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 YA06 KYJ, 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 YA06 KYJ registered?

YA06 KYJ is a 2006 BMW 118, first registered on 9 August 2006.

Is YA06 KYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YA06 KYJ shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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