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GK06 OWO

2006 BMW 116

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2021
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

97,881 mi
Last recorded97,881 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2020
Typical for 2006 BMW 11670,019 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK06 OWO
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2020 97,881 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2020 97,881 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Jan 2019 93,928 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Pass 23 Jan 2018 88,450 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Feb 2017 85,953 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2016 81,774 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both front flexi hoses (3.6.B.4d)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both rear tyres (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Dec 2014 79,992 miles

engine covers fitted and obscuring some components

under tray fitted and obscuring some components

Pass 27 Nov 2013 67,881 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 27 Nov 2013 67,881 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer torn (7.2.4c)

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Nov 2012 58,126 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2011 47,932 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

no rear washers

possible fault to air flow meter

Pass 26 Nov 2010 39,671 miles

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

Pass 1 Dec 2009 28,841 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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GK06 OWO is a 2006 BMW 116 in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 GK06 OWO, 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 GK06 OWO registered?

GK06 OWO is a 2006 BMW 116, first registered on 6 March 2006.

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