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FX06 ZGB

2006 BMW 116

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

106,680 mi
Last recorded106,680 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW 11670,019 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX06 ZGB
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2025 106,680 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush curve arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush curve arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 19 Apr 2024 98,908 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 18 Apr 2024 98,903 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 31 Jul 2021 97,590 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 28 Jul 2020 92,959 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2017 85,055 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 16 Dec 2016 80,695 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 14 Dec 2015 73,706 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2015 73,706 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 15 Dec 2014 65,934 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2013 58,023 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2012 51,157 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2011 44,807 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2010 36,149 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2009 28,089 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2009 28,089 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 17 Dec 2008 20,922 miles

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

nearside rear tyre worn on inner edge

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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FX06 ZGB is a 2006 BMW 116 in Blue 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 FX06 ZGB, 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.

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FX06 ZGB is a 2006 BMW 116, first registered on 1 March 2006.

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