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CA06 EMK

2006 BMW 116

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Nov 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

97,032 mi
Last recorded97,032 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW 11670,019 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA06 EMK
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 97,032 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2024 93,660 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2023 87,402 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2022 83,627 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2021 80,205 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2020 79,253 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 77,135 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 74,820 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 71,606 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 67,253 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 60,951 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 53,988 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 46,515 miles
Pass 9 May 2012 37,049 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 28,759 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2010 23,059 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 11 Jun 2010 23,059 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 18,407 miles

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

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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CA06 EMK is a 2006 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 CA06 EMK, 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

How do I check the history of CA06 EMK?

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What year was CA06 EMK registered?

CA06 EMK is a 2006 BMW 116, first registered on 26 May 2006.

Is CA06 EMK safe to buy?

The MOT history for CA06 EMK shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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