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FH55 SVN

2006 BMW 116

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2023
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

118,774 mi
Last recorded118,774 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2022
Typical for 2006 BMW 11670,019 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH55 SVN
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2022 118,774 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2021 95,226 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2020 76,563 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2019 59,199 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2018 52,579 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2017 48,516 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2017 48,516 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid pipe inscure (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Feb 2016 43,614 miles

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

Pass 24 Feb 2015 37,822 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 11 Mar 2014 35,346 miles

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

Pass 11 Mar 2014 35,346 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2013 30,689 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 30 Jan 2012 28,343 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2011 25,376 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2010 21,107 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2010 21,107 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 4 Dec 2008 16,874 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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FH55 SVN is a 2006 BMW 116 in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 FH55 SVN, 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 FH55 SVN registered?

FH55 SVN is a 2006 BMW 116, first registered on 23 January 2006.

Is FH55 SVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH55 SVN shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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