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CX56 EZS

2006 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2023
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

129,159 mi
Last recorded129,159 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2022
Typical for 2006 BMW 11670,019 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX56 EZS
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2022 129,159 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Oct 2021 123,272 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2020 119,062 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2020 119,062 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 6 Aug 2019 102,081 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2018 96,161 miles

both sides front flexible brake hoses have surface rubber cracks

Pass 26 Jul 2017 89,343 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 84,501 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 78,299 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 71,424 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2013 65,382 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 4 Sep 2012 59,319 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 51,932 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 43,807 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 35,126 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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CX56 EZS is a 2006 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 CX56 EZS, 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 CX56 EZS registered?

CX56 EZS is a 2006 BMW 116, first registered on 1 September 2006.

Is CX56 EZS safe to buy?

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