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YH06 PYY

2006 BMW 118

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2024
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

79,731 mi
Last recorded79,731 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2023
Typical for 2006 BMW 11889,203 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH06 PYY
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2023 79,731 miles

Handbrake warning light on

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

Fail 20 Mar 2023 79,731 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Handbrake warning light on

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

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

Pass 17 Nov 2021 79,612 miles

Offside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 1 Dec 2020 79,412 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2020 79,412 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 26 Nov 2019 79,073 miles

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

Pass 19 Nov 2018 78,722 miles

Front tyres wearing on outer edges

Pass 29 Nov 2017 75,428 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2016 70,528 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2015 64,296 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2014 57,385 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2013 50,908 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 6 Nov 2012 43,876 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

all four tyres wearing unevenly

Pass 18 Nov 2011 38,382 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2010 34,472 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2009 31,128 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2008 25,659 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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YH06 PYY is a 2006 BMW 118 in Red 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 YH06 PYY, 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 PYY registered?

YH06 PYY is a 2006 BMW 118, first registered on 12 April 2006.

Is YH06 PYY safe to buy?

The MOT history for YH06 PYY shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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