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YL55 UJE

2006 BMW 130

Silver Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2024
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

104,309 mi
Last recorded104,309 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2023
Typical for 2006 BMW 13074,615 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL55 UJE
MakeBMW
Model130
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2023 104,309 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured Front and rear (4.4.3 (a))

Front bumber and bonnet damaged

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Subframe corroded

Pass 10 Nov 2022 103,037 miles

Both rear tyres worn on inner edge, nail in n/s/r tyre

Front Bumper and bonnet damaged

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 9 Nov 2022 103,037 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Both rear tyres worn on inner edge, nail in n/s/r tyre

Front Bumper and bonnet damaged

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Nov 2021 100,527 miles

Nearside Front Body damage

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Oct 2020 98,738 miles

Nearside Front Body damage

Pass 16 Sep 2019 95,969 miles

Front Bumper and under trays damaged

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Sep 2019 95,969 miles

Front Bumper and under trays damaged

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 4 Oct 2018 92,438 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively Front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

undertrays missing and damaged

Fail 4 Oct 2018 92,438 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively Front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

undertrays missing and damaged

Pass 7 Oct 2017 84,864 miles

Bonnet nearside front corner damaged but no sharp edges

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level may be reason for dash warning light on (3.6.G.1b)

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

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

Nearside rear number plate light dim

Offside rear flexible brake hose slightly misaligned

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front brake discs worn (3.5.1i)

Pass 13 Sep 2016 72,491 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 13 Sep 2016 72,491 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 2 Sep 2015 69,025 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 58,530 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Nov 2013
Fail 26 Nov 2013 56,222 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 7 Nov 2012 53,989 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2011 49,278 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2010 43,959 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2010 38,635 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2009 25,711 miles

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

How Reliable is the BMW 130?

Based on 21,905 MOT tests across 1,307 vehicles.

80.8%
Pass Rate
5,977
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
1,307
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 517
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 264
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 152
Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 151
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 143
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YL55 UJE is a 2006 BMW 130 in Silver with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 2006 BMW 130 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.1% with a typical mileage of 74,615 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 130 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 517 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YL55 UJE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 130 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 20 years old, this BMW 130 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YL55 UJE registered?

YL55 UJE is a 2006 BMW 130, first registered on 1 February 2006.

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