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YT56 LVU

2006 BMW 118

Red Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2020
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

38,776 mi
Last recorded38,776 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2019
Typical for 2006 BMW 11889,203 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYT56 LVU
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2019 38,776 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2018 33,389 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2017 33,145 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2017 33,145 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 7 Sep 2016 31,395 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 11 Sep 2015 29,498 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 27,651 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 25,466 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 23,267 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 21,084 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 18,814 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 16,051 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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YT56 LVU is a 2006 BMW 118 in Red with a 1,995cc petrol 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 YT56 LVU, 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

How do I check the history of YT56 LVU?

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What year was YT56 LVU registered?

YT56 LVU is a 2006 BMW 118, first registered on 20 September 2006.

Is YT56 LVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YT56 LVU 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.

Does YT56 LVU have outstanding finance?

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