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FV06 DWX

2006 BMW 116

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2025
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

45,182 mi
Last recorded45,182 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2024
Typical for 2006 BMW 11670,019 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV06 DWX
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2024 45,182 miles

N/S REAR BUMPER DAMAGED

Pass 13 Mar 2023 41,390 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2023 41,390 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Mar 2022 35,034 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2021 34,290 miles

trays and covers fitted .. not allowing full inspection of covered areas

Pass 14 Aug 2020 33,298 miles
Pass 8 May 2019 32,102 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 29,646 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 27,117 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 25,830 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 24,639 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 May 2014 22,490 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 19,977 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 17,382 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 24 May 2011 15,212 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 13,315 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 10,745 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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FV06 DWX is a 2006 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 FV06 DWX, 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 FV06 DWX registered?

FV06 DWX is a 2006 BMW 116, first registered on 9 May 2006.

Is FV06 DWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV06 DWX shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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