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BG56 XTX

2006 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2020
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

105,272 mi
Last recorded105,272 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2019
Typical for 2006 BMW 11670,019 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG56 XTX
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2019 105,272 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2019 105,272 miles

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 10 Feb 2018 98,152 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated n/s and o/s (3.6.B.4d)

Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush n/s and o/s front arms (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Feb 2017 91,573 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2016 81,580 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2015 73,702 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Feb 2014 66,912 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)

Pass 1 May 2013 60,782 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 52,910 miles

nearsider front tyre worn on edge

offside front tyre worn on edge

offside rear tyre wearing uneven

Pass 22 Apr 2011 43,894 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 33,091 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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BG56 XTX is a 2006 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 BG56 XTX, 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 BG56 XTX registered?

BG56 XTX is a 2006 BMW 116, first registered on 11 November 2006.

Is BG56 XTX safe to buy?

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