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DV56 ZFB

2006 BMW 116

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2019
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

106,541 mi
Last recorded106,541 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2018
Typical for 2006 BMW 11670,019 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV56 ZFB
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2018 106,541 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2018 106,541 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 11 Jan 2017 100,051 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 7 Dec 2015 92,824 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2014 74,379 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 28 Dec 2013 71,090 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2013 70,161 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

nearside front pad warning wire not clicked into pad?

unable to check wiperblades due to washers u/s

Pass 18 Aug 2012 46,606 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Aug 2011 34,693 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 27 Sep 2010 26,910 miles

rear tyre tread depths down to 2mm

Pass 7 Oct 2009 19,911 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2009 19,911 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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DV56 ZFB is a 2006 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 DV56 ZFB, 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.

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What year was DV56 ZFB registered?

DV56 ZFB is a 2006 BMW 116, first registered on 4 December 2006.

Is DV56 ZFB safe to buy?

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