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DG56 NHC

2006 BMW 116

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

119,150 mi
Last recorded119,150 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2019
Typical for 2006 BMW 11670,019 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG56 NHC
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2019 119,150 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive on engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Dec 2018 110,012 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2018 110,012 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 9 Dec 2017 101,002 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

undertray/plastic covers fitted

Pass 16 Jan 2017 99,817 miles

Engine cover & trays are fitted obscuring some testable components

Pass 18 Jan 2016 98,102 miles

Engine cover & under trays are fitted obscuring some testable components

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 30 Dec 2014 88,769 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2014 76,042 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2014 76,042 miles

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

Pass 12 Jan 2013 64,946 miles

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)

Fail 12 Jan 2013 64,946 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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 5 Jan 2012 55,367 miles

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 28 Sep 2010 40,557 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2009 26,974 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 26,605 miles

front tyres worn on the edges

screw in offside rear tyre

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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DG56 NHC is a 2006 BMW 116 in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 DG56 NHC, 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 DG56 NHC registered?

DG56 NHC is a 2006 BMW 116, first registered on 15 September 2006.

Is DG56 NHC safe to buy?

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