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BP06 TYU

2006 BMW 116

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2020
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

98,960 mi
Last recorded98,960 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2019
Typical for 2006 BMW 11670,019 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP06 TYU
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2019 98,960 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2019 98,960 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2018 95,006 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2017 89,216 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Sep 2016 84,985 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 80,421 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2015 80,421 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Sep 2014 76,264 miles

All 4 Tyres that have been renewed are Part Worn with nsr & osf just on legal limit of 1.6mm

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 13 Sep 2014 76,247 miles

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

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

Offside Inner Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Sep 2013 69,519 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 61,435 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2012 61,433 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Sep 2011 51,668 miles

reverse lights inop both rear indicators start to dis-colour

Fail 9 Sep 2010 40,749 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear brake caliper securing device loose (3.5.1j)

Pass 9 Sep 2010 40,749 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 26,682 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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BP06 TYU is a 2006 BMW 116 in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BP06 TYU, 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 BP06 TYU registered?

BP06 TYU is a 2006 BMW 116, first registered on 28 July 2006.

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