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YG56 XZE

2006 BMW 118

Red Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2022
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

137,495 mi
Last recorded137,495 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2021
Typical for 2006 BMW 11889,203 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG56 XZE
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2021 137,495 miles

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

Fail 11 Sep 2021 137,495 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

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

Pass 9 Sep 2020 130,014 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 6 Aug 2019 112,946 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2018 109,291 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2017 103,023 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

o/s front tyre low on outer edges

Pass 14 Oct 2016 94,013 miles

both front flexi brake hoses slightly cracking

screen chipped

Pass 25 Sep 2015 85,695 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2014 78,823 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013 70,185 miles

nearside front tyre has a deep cut in but not deep enough to see cords.

Fail 27 Sep 2013 70,185 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

nearside front tyre has a cut not deep enough to show cords

Pass 15 Oct 2012 61,739 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 50,833 miles

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

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

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

Pass 30 Sep 2010 40,699 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 15 Oct 2009 31,298 miles

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

Fail 15 Oct 2009 31,298 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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YG56 XZE is a 2006 BMW 118 in Red with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 YG56 XZE, 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 YG56 XZE registered?

YG56 XZE is a 2006 BMW 118, first registered on 24 September 2006.

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