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GV56 UWY

2006 BMW 116

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2024
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

105,077 mi
Last recorded105,077 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2023
Typical for 2006 BMW 11670,019 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV56 UWY
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2023 105,077 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 7 Mar 2022 91,839 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2022 91,835 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 10 Feb 2021 82,026 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2020 73,417 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2019 65,049 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2018 60,822 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2017 54,862 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2016 50,569 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2016 50,568 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 23 Jan 2015 45,845 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2014 40,340 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2013 36,472 miles

Front brake discs worn

NSr tyre cracking

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

OSR tyre cracking

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 7 Feb 2012 31,253 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Fail 7 Feb 2012 31,253 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 15 Feb 2011 26,223 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2010 22,337 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2009 22,167 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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GV56 UWY is a 2006 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 GV56 UWY, 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 GV56 UWY registered?

GV56 UWY is a 2006 BMW 116, first registered on 7 November 2006.

Is GV56 UWY safe to buy?

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