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YK56 GVG

2006 BMW 118

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2023
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

115,585 mi
Last recorded115,585 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2022
Typical for 2006 BMW 11889,203 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK56 GVG
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2022 115,585 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2018 94,921 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2017 89,944 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2016 87,078 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2015 85,292 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2014 81,277 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2013 77,347 miles

nearside rear tyre on legal limit

offside front tyre worn out on edge & close to cords

offside rear tyre on legal limit

Pass 3 Aug 2012 66,543 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 16 Aug 2011 56,823 miles

n/s/f tyre 1/4/1.6mm

rear brake discs slightly worn

rear brake pads 4mm

rear washer inop

Pass 31 Jul 2010 46,397 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2010 46,273 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jul 2009 34,917 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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YK56 GVG is a 2006 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 YK56 GVG, 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 YK56 GVG registered?

YK56 GVG is a 2006 BMW 118, first registered on 21 September 2006.

Is YK56 GVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for YK56 GVG shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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