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YH56 BTU

2006 BMW 118

Brown Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

207,914 mi
Last recorded207,914 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2017
Typical for 2006 BMW 11889,203 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH56 BTU
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2006
ColourBrown
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2017 207,914 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 12 Feb 2016 195,592 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load middle (5.2.4a)

Pass 12 Feb 2015 183,466 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2014 163,105 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2014 162,485 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Feb 2013 146,678 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)

Fail 15 Dec 2011 127,040 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 15 Dec 2011 127,040 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2011 108,898 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

rear brake disc;s have slight wear and scoring

Pass 8 Sep 2009 87,034 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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YH56 BTU is a 2006 BMW 118 in Brown with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YH56 BTU, 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 YH56 BTU registered?

YH56 BTU is a 2006 BMW 118, first registered on 29 September 2006.

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