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FL56 VLM

2006 BMW 116

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

62,989 mi
Last recorded62,989 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW 11670,019 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL56 VLM
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2025 62,989 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2024 61,516 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2023 60,109 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2022 58,292 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2021 56,036 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2020 53,760 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2019 50,707 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2018 46,926 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Sep 2017 42,379 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2016 38,371 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 33,303 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2015 33,303 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Sep 2014 28,446 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2013 22,972 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 17,005 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 10,550 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2010 4,108 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2009 1,629 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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FL56 VLM is a 2006 BMW 116 in Silver 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 FL56 VLM, 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 FL56 VLM registered?

FL56 VLM is a 2006 BMW 116, first registered on 30 September 2006.

Is FL56 VLM safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL56 VLM 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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