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BN56 VYH

2006 BMW 116

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2025
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

61,468 mi
Last recorded61,468 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2024
Typical for 2006 BMW 11670,019 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2024 61,468 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear tail light lens cracked

Pass 19 Dec 2022 59,983 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2021 56,199 miles

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 25 Nov 2020 53,980 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2020 53,980 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2019 51,671 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2018 49,458 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2017 47,054 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Nov 2016 43,844 miles

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

Pass 27 Nov 2015 38,955 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2014 36,579 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2013 33,438 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 26,788 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 20,545 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2010 18,983 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 15,298 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 VYH is a 2006 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 VYH, 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 VYH registered?

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

Is BN56 VYH safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN56 VYH shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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