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BL06 UXV

2006 BMW 116

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

87,420 mi
Last recorded87,420 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2019
Typical for 2006 BMW 11670,019 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL06 UXV
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2019 87,420 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Pass 15 Jul 2019 86,002 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2018 80,338 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2017 75,084 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2016 69,780 miles

engine and sill areas not fully checked due to covers fitted

Fail 5 Apr 2016 69,780 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

engine and sill areas not fully checked due to covers fitted

Fail 19 Jan 2015 67,901 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Jan 2015 67,901 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Nov 2013 53,250 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2012 42,449 miles

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

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

Offside Front 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 28 Nov 2011 30,447 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 27,678 miles

undertray fitted unable to carry out full inspection

Fail 25 May 2011 27,678 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

undertray fitted unable to carry out full inspection

Pass 23 Jun 2010 21,902 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2009 14,646 miles

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

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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BL06 UXV is a 2006 BMW 116 in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 BL06 UXV, 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 BL06 UXV registered?

BL06 UXV is a 2006 BMW 116, first registered on 30 June 2006.

Is BL06 UXV safe to buy?

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