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ET06 VCU

2006 BMW 116

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Nov 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

116,584 mi
Last recorded116,584 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW 11670,019 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationET06 VCU
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2025 116,584 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Nov 2024 105,455 miles

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

Pass 1 Nov 2023 96,975 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2022 88,406 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

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

Pass 5 Oct 2021 84,092 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Pass 1 Oct 2020 79,857 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Pass 27 Apr 2019 74,626 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 1 May 2018 68,186 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2017 66,235 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2016 64,923 miles

engine and under covers fitted

nsf suspension rubber arm has some movement

nsr suspension rubber arm has some movement

Pass 13 Jan 2015 61,953 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2015 61,953 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 11 Dec 2013 60,072 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2012 49,371 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2011 39,649 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2010 33,887 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2009 28,024 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 27,428 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)

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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ET06 VCU is a 2006 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 ET06 VCU, 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 ET06 VCU registered?

ET06 VCU is a 2006 BMW 116, first registered on 31 July 2006.

Is ET06 VCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for ET06 VCU shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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