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GL06 GWZ

2006 BMW 116

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2021
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

113,373 mi
Last recorded113,373 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2020
Typical for 2006 BMW 11670,019 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL06 GWZ
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2020 113,373 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin front and rear both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached damaged (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Rear Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Pass 4 Aug 2019 104,477 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2019 104,477 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Jun 2018 94,391 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 6 Jun 2018 94,342 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 12 May 2017 86,544 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2016 77,565 miles
Fail 9 May 2016 77,565 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 29 Aug 2015 70,034 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 55,414 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Aug 2013 40,812 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2012 25,080 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Jun 2011 21,610 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 17,766 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 14,763 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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GL06 GWZ is a 2006 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 GL06 GWZ, 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 GL06 GWZ registered?

GL06 GWZ is a 2006 BMW 116, first registered on 26 June 2006.

Is GL06 GWZ safe to buy?

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