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GV06 VYP

2006 BMW 116

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2024
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

123,030 mi
Last recorded123,030 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2023
Typical for 2006 BMW 11670,019 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV06 VYP
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2023 123,030 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Oct 2022 115,023 miles

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

slight smell of fuel no leaks found

Pass 3 Nov 2021 106,205 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 16 Oct 2020 99,627 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear metal brake pipe from rubber hoses covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

plastic covers and undertrays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 16 Oct 2020 99,611 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear metal brake pipe from rubber hoses covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

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

plastic covers and undertrays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Oct 2019 94,394 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both metal brake pipes from rubber hoses covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

plastic covers and undertrays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Oct 2018 88,024 miles

undertrays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Oct 2017 84,156 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

undertrays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Oct 2016 77,814 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

undertrays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Oct 2015 70,063 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

vehicle has under trays fitted, obscuring some underside items.

Pass 16 Oct 2014 62,015 miles

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 24 Oct 2013 53,609 miles

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 25 Oct 2012 45,722 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 25 Oct 2012 45,722 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 9 Nov 2011 39,655 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 35,877 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 30,924 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2009 23,415 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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GV06 VYP is a 2006 BMW 116 in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 GV06 VYP, 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 GV06 VYP registered?

GV06 VYP is a 2006 BMW 116, first registered on 29 April 2006.

Is GV06 VYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV06 VYP shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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