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EG06 BVE

2006 BMW 116

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2024
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

143,827 mi
Last recorded143,827 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2023
Typical for 2006 BMW 11670,019 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEG06 BVE
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2023 143,827 miles

Brake warning indicator lamp illuminated.

Coolant leak Lower radiator hose

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre Runflat tyre

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake wear indicator sensor wire broken

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Prop shaft noise when rotated

Pass 11 Apr 2022 134,757 miles

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

handbrake warning light on dash

offside rear brake pad warning wire chaffed

signs of a coolant leak on belly pan

Pass 1 Apr 2021 126,876 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated offside and nearside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

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

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated offside and nearside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 23 Mar 2020 120,791 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2019 108,568 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2018 99,499 miles

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

Fail 17 Mar 2018 99,416 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Pass 6 Apr 2017 92,499 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2016 86,776 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2015 75,884 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2014 65,368 miles

Oil leak

Fail 22 Mar 2014 65,368 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Oil leak

Pass 23 Mar 2013 57,994 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2012 50,329 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2011 42,947 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 39,552 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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EG06 BVE is a 2006 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 EG06 BVE, 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 EG06 BVE registered?

EG06 BVE is a 2006 BMW 116, first registered on 23 August 2006.

Is EG06 BVE safe to buy?

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