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BJ56 ETX

2006 BMW 116

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2021
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

109,584 mi
Last recorded109,584 miles
Recorded on28 Dec 2019
Typical for 2006 BMW 11670,019 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ56 ETX
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Dec 2019 109,584 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2019 91,016 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2017 84,461 miles

under cover fitted some component can not check

Fail 16 Oct 2017 84,461 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

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

under cover fitted some component can not check

Pass 8 Nov 2016 81,479 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2015 79,981 miles

offside front tyre worn thin on outer edge

offside rear tyre tread on legal limit [1.6mm]

Pass 4 Nov 2014 69,725 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside front tyre just on legal limit

offside number plate light dull

Pass 1 Nov 2013 60,322 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

nearside rear tyre just on legal limit-bald inner edge

Pass 6 Nov 2012 52,373 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2012 52,371 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Oct 2011 43,321 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2010 34,422 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2009 25,878 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2009 25,878 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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BJ56 ETX is a 2006 BMW 116 in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 BJ56 ETX, 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 BJ56 ETX registered?

BJ56 ETX is a 2006 BMW 116, first registered on 8 November 2006.

Is BJ56 ETX safe to buy?

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