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EK56 UNU

2006 BMW 116

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2025
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

139,562 mi
Last recorded139,562 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2024
Typical for 2006 BMW 11670,019 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK56 UNU
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2024 139,562 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2024 139,562 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Central Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Nov 2023 133,014 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside 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))

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

Pass 18 Nov 2022 123,992 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2022

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Nov 2021 109,851 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2021 106,833 miles

o/s/f tyre's nailed

o/s/r tyre's outer edge low 2mm

Pass 18 Mar 2020 103,282 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2019 92,594 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2017 82,095 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2016 74,896 miles

both rear tyres worn on outer edges

Fail 3 Oct 2016 74,896 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

both rear tyres worn on outer edges

Pass 11 Sep 2015 68,078 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2014 63,235 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Pass 4 Sep 2013 45,688 miles

bonnet release catch stiff to operate

Pass 6 Sep 2012 41,502 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 35,928 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2010 31,257 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2009 23,671 miles

near side front tyre cracking in treads

near side rear tyre cracking in treads

off side front tyre cracking in treads

off side rear tyre cracking in treads

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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EK56 UNU is a 2006 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 EK56 UNU, 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 EK56 UNU registered?

EK56 UNU is a 2006 BMW 116, first registered on 22 September 2006.

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