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BN56 FZR

2006 BMW 116

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

72,138 mi
Last recorded72,138 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW 11670,019 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN56 FZR
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2026 72,138 miles

Offside Rear Damaged, But not likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted

Pass 25 Feb 2025 67,546 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Feb 2025 67,545 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Feb 2024 65,883 miles

Offside Front Tyre wearing on inner and outer edges

Fail 26 Feb 2024 65,878 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre wearing on inner and outer edges

Pass 23 Feb 2023 64,137 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2022 62,418 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2021 58,576 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Feb 2020 55,000 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2019 49,250 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2018 46,449 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2017 43,375 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 39,917 miles

both front tyres wearing on inner and outer edge

Pass 28 Feb 2015 35,304 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2013 30,184 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2012 23,567 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2011 18,623 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 14,601 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2009 10,466 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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BN56 FZR is a 2006 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 BN56 FZR, 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 BN56 FZR registered?

BN56 FZR is a 2006 BMW 116, first registered on 8 September 2006.

Is BN56 FZR safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN56 FZR shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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