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YK56 THF

2006 BMW 118

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2020
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

171,011 mi
Last recorded171,011 miles
Recorded on29 May 2019
Typical for 2006 BMW 11889,203 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 May 2019 171,011 miles
Fail 29 May 2019 171,011 miles

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Lower Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Pass 28 Sep 2017 151,438 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2017 151,438 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Pass 1 Oct 2016 138,695 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated o/s n/s (3.6.B.4d)

Front Brake pad(s) modified but not seriously weakened o/s n/s (3.5.1n)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin o/s n/s (3.5.1g)

Pass 26 Sep 2015 127,474 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated o/s n/s (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

engine cover fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 17 Sep 2014 114,413 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 13 Sep 2014 114,217 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Sep 2013 97,082 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2012 84,180 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2011 70,198 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 60,812 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 47,547 miles

Wipers smearing

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 THF is a 2006 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 THF, 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 THF registered?

YK56 THF is a 2006 BMW 118, first registered on 1 September 2006.

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