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CS56 CTS

2013 BMW 116

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

99,863 mi
Last recorded99,863 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW 11664,950 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCS56 CTS
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2025 99,863 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2024 96,681 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Sep 2023 90,997 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 22 Sep 2022 84,155 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2021 78,045 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2021 78,045 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Sep 2020 72,277 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2019 64,289 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 30 Aug 2018 54,072 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2017 43,381 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen chipper passenger side bottom

Pass 30 Aug 2016 32,550 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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CS56 CTS is a 2013 BMW 116 in White with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2013 BMW 116 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 64,950 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 CS56 CTS, 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 13 years old, this BMW 116 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CS56 CTS registered?

CS56 CTS is a 2013 BMW 116, first registered on 26 September 2013.

Is CS56 CTS safe to buy?

The MOT history for CS56 CTS shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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