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HG56 AXX

2006 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

107,744 mi
Last recorded107,744 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW 11670,019 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG56 AXX
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2025 107,744 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive both sides (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing + nail in tyre (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

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

TPMS light on

covers and shields fitted

Fail 7 Feb 2025 107,744 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive both sides (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated straight arm, both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing + nail in tyre (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

TPMS light on

covers and shields fitted

Pass 26 Jan 2024 90,692 miles

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

Nearside Rear n/s/r shock absorber cover loose

Offside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Offside Rear o/s/r shock absorber cover loose

Fail 26 Jan 2024 90,692 miles

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

Nearside Rear n/s/r shock absorber cover loose

Offside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Offside Rear o/s/r shock absorber cover loose

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 18 Jan 2023 83,085 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 17 Jan 2023 83,085 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible Not Visible. (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake warning wire fouling on Drive Shaft

Pass 29 Dec 2021 77,791 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2021 71,457 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2019 67,712 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear bumper insecure

Offside Front tyre has cracked on the edges

Offside Rear tyre has slightly cracked on the outer edge

Pass 17 Jul 2018 63,270 miles

Offside Front brake hose starting to perish

fuel cap seal starting to split

under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of fuel lines, brake pipes and engine bay under car

Pass 18 Jul 2017 61,649 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)

Pass 20 Jul 2016 56,022 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 20 Jul 2016 56,022 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Nov 2015 50,852 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 11 Nov 2014 45,413 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Nov 2013 39,025 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2012 35,685 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Nov 2011 33,374 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Fail 11 Nov 2011 33,367 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 10 Nov 2010 29,235 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2009 25,631 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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HG56 AXX is a 2006 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 HG56 AXX, 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.

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What year was HG56 AXX registered?

HG56 AXX is a 2006 BMW 116, first registered on 29 September 2006.

Is HG56 AXX safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG56 AXX shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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