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YF55 ZKC

2006 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2023
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

151,950 mi
Last recorded151,950 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2022
Typical for 2006 BMW 11889,203 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF55 ZKC
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2022 151,950 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2021 139,303 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Sep 2020 135,723 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources replaced (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 27 Aug 2019 131,852 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2019 131,852 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Aug 2018 126,330 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2017 122,528 miles

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

Tyre worn close to the legal limit all tyres slightly out of shape (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Sep 2016 112,584 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2016 112,584 miles

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 8 Sep 2015 100,678 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Aug 2014 87,882 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2013 77,839 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 74,947 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 65,608 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 56,465 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 47,411 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 34,696 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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YF55 ZKC is a 2006 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 YF55 ZKC, 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 YF55 ZKC registered?

YF55 ZKC is a 2006 BMW 118, first registered on 3 February 2006.

Is YF55 ZKC safe to buy?

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