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YB06 FCX

2006 BMW 118

Blue Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2022
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

73,512 mi
Last recorded73,512 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2021
Typical for 2006 BMW 11889,203 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB06 FCX
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2021 73,512 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Nov 2020 69,117 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2020 69,117 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Dec 2019 64,576 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2018 58,506 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2017 52,298 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint both (2.4.G.2)

general corrosion

Pass 20 Feb 2016 48,667 miles

Offside Rear nail in tyre

engine covers and under-trays fitted obscuring components

Fail 2 Mar 2015 43,417 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Mar 2015 43,417 miles

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Feb 2014 39,037 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Mar 2013 31,883 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 30,825 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

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

Pass 5 Apr 2011 28,225 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 25,066 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2009 21,093 miles

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

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

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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YB06 FCX is a 2006 BMW 118 in Blue with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 YB06 FCX, 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 YB06 FCX registered?

YB06 FCX is a 2006 BMW 118, first registered on 15 June 2006.

Is YB06 FCX safe to buy?

The MOT history for YB06 FCX shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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