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YH56 CVT

2006 BMW 118

Grey Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Dec 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

48,958 mi
Last recorded48,958 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW 11889,203 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH56 CVT
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 25 Nov 2025 48,958 miles

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

Pass 21 Nov 2024 41,728 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2023 34,196 miles

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

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

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Pass 29 Nov 2022 31,102 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2021 30,052 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2020 28,835 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Nov 2019 28,100 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2018 27,143 miles

front tyres both showing signs of age

Pass 4 Dec 2017 26,480 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2016 25,892 miles

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

Pass 9 Dec 2015 25,192 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2014 38,399 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2013 22,067 miles

nearside and offside rear tyre treads starting to wear low.

Pass 23 Nov 2012 20,732 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2011 17,979 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2010 27,315 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2009 13,911 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2008 10,940 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 CVT is a 2006 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 CVT, 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 CVT registered?

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

Is YH56 CVT safe to buy?

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Does YH56 CVT have outstanding finance?

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