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FE56 XVH

2006 BMW 116

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2022
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

155,428 mi
Last recorded155,428 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2021
Typical for 2006 BMW 11670,019 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE56 XVH
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2021 155,428 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2020 151,966 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 22 Jan 2019 144,696 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Jan 2019 144,373 miles

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jan 2018 137,963 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2016 130,847 miles

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

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

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

Pass 12 Sep 2015 122,065 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 112,057 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)

Pass 27 Aug 2013 99,225 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 86,785 miles

very slight play o/s/r hub

Pass 11 Aug 2011 71,200 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 57,380 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 43,788 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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FE56 XVH is a 2006 BMW 116 in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 FE56 XVH, 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 FE56 XVH registered?

FE56 XVH is a 2006 BMW 116, first registered on 12 September 2006.

Is FE56 XVH safe to buy?

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