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YT06 RUJ

2006 BMW 118

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2022
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

84,048 mi
Last recorded84,048 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2021
Typical for 2006 BMW 11889,203 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYT06 RUJ
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2021 84,048 miles

Coolant leak ()

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

TPMS light illuminated

boot full at time of test

Fail 28 Sep 2021 84,047 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Coolant leak ()

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

TPMS light illuminated

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

boot full at time of test

coolant bottle cap not securely closed

Pass 9 Sep 2020 79,253 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

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

Pass 8 Oct 2019 75,254 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

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

n/s rear tyre worn on inner edge and tread perished

rear centre seat belt stalk

Fail 7 Oct 2019 75,254 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

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

n/s rear tyre worn on inner edge and tread perished

rear centre seat belt stalk

Pass 3 Oct 2018 71,026 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Fail 3 Oct 2018 71,026 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Direction indicator incorrect colour Both rear (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

Pass 4 Oct 2017 65,035 miles

Both front brake hose slightly deteriorated

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

Under tray fitted obscuring some components

Pass 18 Jan 2017 63,452 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2016 60,786 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2015 58,719 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 12 Jan 2015 58,719 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c) DANGEROUS

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 11 Jan 2014 56,701 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2013 49,754 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2012 41,914 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 41,911 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 40,301 miles

n/s rear tyre very close to leagal limit (req changing soon)

o/s rear tyre worn on the edge

rear brake pads low

Pass 1 Apr 2010 34,864 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 27,541 miles

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

Fail 31 Mar 2009 27,541 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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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YT06 RUJ is a 2006 BMW 118 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YT06 RUJ, 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.

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What year was YT06 RUJ registered?

YT06 RUJ is a 2006 BMW 118, first registered on 31 March 2006.

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