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YH56 LBO

2006 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2021
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

147,033 mi
Last recorded147,033 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2020
Typical for 2006 BMW 11889,203 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH56 LBO
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2020 147,033 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2019 136,928 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Oct 2018 128,346 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2018 128,346 miles

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn n/s o/s (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% (1.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Feb 2016 124,275 miles

Brake fluid 0% and front pads 12% service life left

Nearside Front tyre tread feathering

Offside Front tyre tread feathering

Pass 25 Feb 2015 102,694 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2015 102,694 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

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

Pass 24 Feb 2014 93,248 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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)

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Feb 2013 86,873 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2012 81,900 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 71,016 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2009 50,714 miles

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

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 LBO is a 2006 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 YH56 LBO, 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 LBO registered?

YH56 LBO is a 2006 BMW 118, first registered on 26 October 2006.

Is YH56 LBO safe to buy?

The MOT history for YH56 LBO shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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