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FG56 LWK

2006 BMW 116

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2022
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

131,453 mi
Last recorded131,453 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2021
Typical for 2006 BMW 11670,019 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG56 LWK
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2021 131,453 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 118,858 miles

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

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

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

Pass 8 May 2018 109,831 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 105,649 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2017 105,644 miles

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 25 Apr 2016 94,186 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 18 Apr 2015 81,066 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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Apr 2014 68,360 miles

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

both rear tyres at 3mm

front brake discs worn

Fail 26 Apr 2013 55,689 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Apr 2013 55,689 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 47,886 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2011 39,626 miles

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

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

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

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

both front wipers smearing slightly

Pass 12 Mar 2010 30,539 miles

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

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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FG56 LWK is a 2006 BMW 116 in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 FG56 LWK, 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 FG56 LWK registered?

FG56 LWK is a 2006 BMW 116, first registered on 29 September 2006.

Is FG56 LWK safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG56 LWK shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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