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FX56 ZFV

2006 BMW 116

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jan 2019
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

107,470 mi
Last recorded107,470 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2018
Typical for 2006 BMW 11670,019 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX56 ZFV
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2018 107,470 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted

O/S/R brake binding slightly

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 25 Feb 2017 101,256 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2016 94,652 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 82,722 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

light corrosion to metal brake pipes

Pass 5 Sep 2013 75,765 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2012 65,506 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Sep 2011 57,764 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2010 57,574 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2010 57,574 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Keep check on all tyres, getting low.

Pass 13 Aug 2009 41,926 miles

Nearside rear and offside front wheels damaged on inner rims. Front and rear wiper blades, poor wipe.

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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FX56 ZFV 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 90%.

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 FX56 ZFV, 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 FX56 ZFV registered?

FX56 ZFV is a 2006 BMW 116, first registered on 14 September 2006.

Is FX56 ZFV safe to buy?

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