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GW55 GBY

2006 BMW 116

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Feb 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

103,402 mi
Last recorded103,402 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW 11670,019 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGW55 GBY
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2026 103,402 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2025 102,459 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2024 99,255 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2023 92,863 miles

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

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

Fail 6 Feb 2023 92,848 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

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

Pass 4 Feb 2022 90,355 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jan 2021 89,484 miles

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Feb 2020 88,273 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jan 2019 78,181 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2018 67,540 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Feb 2017 60,567 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2016 53,624 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2015 46,999 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2014 39,028 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2013 33,667 miles

Both rear tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 16 Jan 2012 29,471 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2011 24,378 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2010 20,779 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 22 Jan 2009 16,095 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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GW55 GBY is a 2006 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 GW55 GBY, 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 GW55 GBY registered?

GW55 GBY is a 2006 BMW 116, first registered on 3 February 2006.

Is GW55 GBY safe to buy?

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