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AFZ 8045

2006 BMW 116

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Dec 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

109,129 mi
Last recorded109,129 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW 11670,019 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAFZ 8045
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2025 109,129 miles

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

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

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

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

Various underside corrosion

Pass 13 Dec 2024 106,352 miles

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

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

Various underside corrosion

Pass 7 Dec 2023 102,751 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded both springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 7 Dec 2023 102,751 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both lamps not working (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded both springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Dec 2022 99,128 miles

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

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule o/s & n/s (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Crossmember corroded

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Various o/s & n/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Dec 2022 99,128 miles

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

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule o/s & n/s (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Crossmember corroded

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Various o/s & n/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 3 Dec 2021 96,208 miles

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

Pass 16 Dec 2020 93,756 miles

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

Fail 16 Dec 2020 93,756 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 8 Jun 2019 89,486 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 May 2018 84,835 miles

Both front brake hoses deteriorated

Pass 12 Jun 2017 81,781 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Tyre Perished & Wearing On Edges

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Tyre Perished & Wearing On Edges

Fail 12 Jun 2017 81,781 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Tyre Perished & Wearing On Edges

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Tyre Perished & Wearing On Edges

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 May 2016 75,702 miles

1. Unable to inspect outer sills fully due to plastic sill covers.

2. Both front tyres starting to perish.

3. Nearside and offside front brake hoses starting to perish.

4. Nail in nearside rear tyre.

5. Rear brake pads wearing low.

6. Slight damage to front windscreen.

Pass 11 May 2015 64,031 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2014 61,825 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 May 2014 61,011 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 57,621 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 47,319 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 39,251 miles
Pass 4 May 2010 31,754 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 116?

Based on 1,638,388 MOT tests across 141,314 vehicles.

80.9%
Pass Rate
6,730
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
141,314
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 24,729
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 9,380
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 8,330
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AFZ 8045 is a 2006 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 2006 BMW 116 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.1% with a typical mileage of 70,019 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 116 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 24,729 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AFZ 8045, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 116 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 20 years old, this BMW 116 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AFZ 8045 registered?

AFZ 8045 is a 2006 BMW 116, first registered on 24 November 2006.

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