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BN06 XMX

2006 BMW 116

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Nov 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

60,364 mi
Last recorded60,364 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW 11670,019 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN06 XMX
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2025 60,364 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

corrosion to steering and suspension component's

Pass 15 Oct 2024 59,716 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

corrosion to steering and suspenion component's

Pass 1 Nov 2023 58,919 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 4 Nov 2022 58,087 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2021 57,248 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all rear brake hoses (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

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

Pass 10 Nov 2020 56,507 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Nov 2019 55,775 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both inner rears (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

plastic under trays fitted obscuring view of some components

Pass 5 Nov 2018 54,248 miles

rear brake hose ferules corroded

under trays fitted obscuring view of some components

Pass 7 Nov 2017 52,861 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2016 51,425 miles

rear brake hose ferules corroded

under trays fitted obscuring view of some components

Pass 7 Nov 2015 49,729 miles

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

Pass 7 Nov 2014 48,022 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2013 46,256 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Nov 2013 46,256 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2012 44,580 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 42,992 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2012 42,992 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Mar 2011 39,062 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2011 39,062 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Mar 2010 36,054 miles

Front tyres wearing on outer edge.

Nail in offside front tyre

Pass 8 Oct 2008 29,139 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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BN06 XMX is a 2006 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 BN06 XMX, 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 BN06 XMX registered?

BN06 XMX is a 2006 BMW 116, first registered on 29 March 2006.

Is BN06 XMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN06 XMX shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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