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AV56 XAF

2006 BMW 116

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2022
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

102,642 mi
Last recorded102,642 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2021
Typical for 2006 BMW 11670,019 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV56 XAF
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2021 102,642 miles

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

Pass 28 Aug 2020 92,281 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Sep 2019 84,624 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Aug 2018 75,804 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Aug 2017 67,075 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 60,580 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 55,990 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front near and offside tyres wearing slightly more on the outside edge

Pass 11 Aug 2014 52,963 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 51,653 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Aug 2012 48,803 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Aug 2011 46,672 miles

vehicle under covers fitted

Fail 23 Aug 2010 43,670 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

vehicle under covers fitted

Pass 23 Aug 2010 43,670 miles

vehicle under covers fitted

Pass 28 Aug 2009 39,944 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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AV56 XAF is a 2006 BMW 116 in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 AV56 XAF, 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 AV56 XAF registered?

AV56 XAF is a 2006 BMW 116, first registered on 30 November 2006.

Is AV56 XAF safe to buy?

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