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BJ06 ZWE

2006 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2020
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

148,714 mi
Last recorded148,714 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2019
Typical for 2006 BMW 11670,019 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ06 ZWE
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2019 148,714 miles

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Mar 2018 120,734 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 6 Mar 2018 120,734 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 11 Mar 2017 92,825 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 86,757 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre close to legal limit

Fail 19 Apr 2016 86,757 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre close to legal limit

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 20 Apr 2015 79,698 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 73,185 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 67,083 miles

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

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

engine bay covers fitted unable to check some components

Fail 18 Apr 2013 67,083 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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

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

engine bay covers fitted unable to check some components

Pass 19 Apr 2012 60,817 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 19 Apr 2011 53,630 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 46,387 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2010 46,387 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 27 Apr 2009 38,691 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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BJ06 ZWE is a 2006 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BJ06 ZWE, 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.

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What year was BJ06 ZWE registered?

BJ06 ZWE is a 2006 BMW 116, first registered on 26 April 2006.

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