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FY56 VHJ

2006 BMW 116

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2011
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

18,270 mi
Last recorded18,270 miles
Recorded on10 May 2010
Typical for 2006 BMW 11670,019 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY56 VHJ
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 May 2010 18,270 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 12,966 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2009 12,966 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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 VHJ is a 2006 BMW 116 in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VHJ, 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

How do I check the history of FY56 VHJ?

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What year was FY56 VHJ registered?

FY56 VHJ is a 2006 BMW 116, first registered on 27 September 2006.

Is FY56 VHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY56 VHJ shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FY56 VHJ have outstanding finance?

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