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DY06 LZU

2006 BMW 116

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

99,442 mi
Last recorded99,442 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2018
Typical for 2006 BMW 11670,019 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY06 LZU
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2018 99,442 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 86,081 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2017 86,081 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 13 Sep 2016 82,988 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 73,773 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2014 62,348 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Mar 2013 55,922 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 50,204 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2012 50,204 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Mar 2011 39,137 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 33,421 miles

both front discs slightly pitted

various small stonechips in front screen

Pass 11 Mar 2009 24,860 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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DY06 LZU 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 83.3%.

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 DY06 LZU, 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 DY06 LZU registered?

DY06 LZU is a 2006 BMW 116, first registered on 16 March 2006.

Is DY06 LZU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY06 LZU shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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