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FY56 SZF

2006 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2022
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

132,241 mi
Last recorded132,241 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2021
Typical for 2006 BMW 11670,019 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY56 SZF
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2021 132,241 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

vehicle tested in wet conditions

Pass 15 Jun 2019 125,684 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2018 123,150 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2017 113,347 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Oil leak ()

Pass 22 Apr 2016 99,783 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2015 91,871 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2014 81,662 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 67,469 miles
Fail 28 May 2013 67,469 miles

Inner Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 2 Nov 2012 60,631 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Sep 2011 50,879 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 21 Sep 2010 45,847 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 30 Sep 2009 40,520 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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FY56 SZF is a 2006 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 FY56 SZF, 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 FY56 SZF registered?

FY56 SZF is a 2006 BMW 116, first registered on 30 September 2006.

Is FY56 SZF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY56 SZF shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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