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YH06 OSE

2006 BMW 118

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Feb 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

46,890 mi
Last recorded46,890 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW 11889,203 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH06 OSE
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2026 46,890 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin very close to limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Feb 2025 45,958 miles

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

Pass 25 Jan 2024 44,752 miles

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

Pass 2 Feb 2023 42,801 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

undertrays fitted

Pass 2 Feb 2022 41,516 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear sign of corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 29 Jan 2021 39,844 miles

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

TMPS light on

Pass 24 Jul 2019 39,281 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 19 Jun 2018 39,135 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system: warning lamp on, tyre pressures

Pass 20 Jun 2017 38,845 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2017 38,845 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Jun 2016 38,579 miles
Fail 31 May 2016 38,578 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 15 May 2015 33,454 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

both front tyres wearing to edges

Pass 16 May 2014 31,547 miles
Fail 23 May 2013 29,303 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 May 2013 29,303 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 27,531 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 25,721 miles

wipers poor

Pass 25 Apr 2010 22,681 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2009 17,219 miles

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)

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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YH06 OSE is a 2006 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 YH06 OSE, 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 YH06 OSE registered?

YH06 OSE is a 2006 BMW 118, first registered on 10 May 2006.

Is YH06 OSE safe to buy?

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