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GP06 WJE

2006 BMW 116

Gold Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

84,201 mi
Last recorded84,201 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2019
Typical for 2006 BMW 11670,019 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP06 WJE
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2006
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2019 84,201 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2019 84,201 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 31 Aug 2018 78,757 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 73,164 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 66,216 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Nail in tread (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Sep 2015 59,602 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2015 59,598 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 8 Sep 2014 51,288 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2014 51,234 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 5 Sep 2013 43,002 miles

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

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

both rear tyres are getting low inner edge

Pass 4 Sep 2012 35,881 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 34,442 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

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

Pass 19 Apr 2011 32,102 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 28,604 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 25,211 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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GP06 WJE is a 2006 BMW 116 in Gold 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 GP06 WJE, 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 GP06 WJE registered?

GP06 WJE is a 2006 BMW 116, first registered on 27 June 2006.

Is GP06 WJE safe to buy?

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