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BN56 WBT

2006 BMW 116

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2020
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

110,990 mi
Last recorded110,990 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2019
Typical for 2006 BMW 11670,019 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN56 WBT
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2019 110,990 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2018 102,861 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2017 96,128 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

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

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

Fail 2 Mar 2017 96,128 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear 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 2 Mar 2016 90,155 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

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

Pass 3 Mar 2015 83,711 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2014 74,319 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2012 59,533 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 29 Dec 2011 43,757 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2011 43,757 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 23 Feb 2011 35,002 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2010 24,476 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 22,859 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 WBT is a 2006 BMW 116 in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 WBT, 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 WBT registered?

BN56 WBT is a 2006 BMW 116, first registered on 29 November 2006.

Is BN56 WBT safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN56 WBT shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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