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FV06 WBX

2006 BMW 116

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2017
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

56,026 mi
Last recorded56,026 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2016
Typical for 2006 BMW 11670,019 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV06 WBX
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2016 56,026 miles

Central exhaust mounting bracket insecure.

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

Fail 7 Dec 2016 56,026 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp insecure damaged. (1.7.3)

Central exhaust mounting bracket insecure.

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

brake warning lamp illuminated.

Pass 27 Nov 2015 45,188 miles

Centre Rear exhaust bracket broken

Fail 27 Nov 2015 45,188 miles

Centre Rear exhaust bracket broken

Nearside Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Pass 9 Jun 2014 35,208 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 32,371 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 29,325 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 26,793 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 74,465 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 20,988 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 WBX is a 2006 BMW 116 in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 WBX, 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 WBX registered?

FV06 WBX is a 2006 BMW 116, first registered on 7 July 2006.

Is FV06 WBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV06 WBX shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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