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HU52 BOS

2006 BMW 116

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2020
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

121,101 mi
Last recorded121,101 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2019
Typical for 2006 BMW 11670,019 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHU52 BOS
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2019 121,101 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2018 116,891 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2018 116,890 miles

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both side front (3.5.1g)

Central Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Apr 2017 112,087 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

corrosion underneath vehicle

Pass 16 Apr 2016 106,773 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 98,444 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 14 Apr 2015 98,444 miles

Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Nail in nearside front tyre

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 26 Apr 2014 89,814 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 85,404 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2013 85,404 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 1 May 2012 76,279 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 1 May 2012 76,279 miles

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

Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 6 Apr 2011 69,450 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2010 63,730 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2009 61,018 miles

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

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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HU52 BOS is a 2006 BMW 116 in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 HU52 BOS, 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 HU52 BOS registered?

HU52 BOS is a 2006 BMW 116, first registered on 31 March 2006.

Is HU52 BOS safe to buy?

The MOT history for HU52 BOS shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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