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YE56 XEA

2006 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jan 2022
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

102,889 mi
Last recorded102,889 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2021
Typical for 2006 BMW 11889,203 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE56 XEA
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2021 102,889 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2020 98,294 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2019 95,947 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2018 92,196 miles

Nearside Rear tyre perished

Offside Front tyre unevenly worn on edges

Offside Rear tyre unevenly worn on edges and close too limit

Pass 21 Jan 2017 88,300 miles

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

Pass 22 Jan 2016 85,469 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2015 82,589 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

o/s/r brake pad sensor wire catching on wheel

Fail 21 Jan 2015 82,589 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

o/s/f washer jet poor

o/s/r brake pad sensor wire catching on wheel

Pass 22 Jan 2014 78,929 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 21 Jan 2013 75,272 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 20 Jan 2012 72,251 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2012 72,251 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 21 Jan 2011 69,814 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

front washers poor

Pass 22 Jan 2010 66,514 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2009 36,090 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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YE56 XEA is a 2006 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel 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 YE56 XEA, 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 YE56 XEA registered?

YE56 XEA is a 2006 BMW 118, first registered on 22 December 2006.

Is YE56 XEA safe to buy?

The MOT history for YE56 XEA 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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