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BK56 GSU

2006 BMW 116

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2024
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

92,102 mi
Last recorded92,102 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2023
Typical for 2006 BMW 11670,019 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK56 GSU
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2023 92,102 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated all (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2022 87,541 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Service brake binding but not excessively SLIGHT BIND AFTER PARK BRAKE APPLIED AND RELEASED... (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 23 Sep 2022 87,541 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction EML ON.. (8.2.1.2 (h))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Service brake binding but not excessively SLIGHT BIND AFTER PARK BRAKE APPLIED AND RELEASED... (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 1 Oct 2021 83,851 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 26 Sep 2020 82,446 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2019 81,624 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2019 81,624 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2018 80,193 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2017 77,178 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Oct 2016 73,548 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Oct 2015 70,351 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 67,128 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 63,682 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 59,755 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2011 52,931 miles

unable to check outer sill due to covers fitted

Pass 9 Sep 2010 39,482 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2009 28,112 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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BK56 GSU is a 2006 BMW 116 in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 BK56 GSU, 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 BK56 GSU registered?

BK56 GSU is a 2006 BMW 116, first registered on 28 September 2006.

Is BK56 GSU safe to buy?

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