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J111 LCN

2006 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Aug 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

106,135 mi
Last recorded106,135 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW 11670,019 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ111 LCN
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2026 106,135 miles

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

Fail 3 Aug 2026 106,135 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 1 Aug 2025 103,901 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 16 Aug 2024 99,754 miles

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 15 Aug 2023 95,900 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2023 95,900 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jul 2022 92,005 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2022 92,005 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 10 Aug 2021 88,096 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2020 86,112 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 83,387 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 80,229 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2017 75,682 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 71,799 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 68,654 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 64,310 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Aug 2013 60,699 miles

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 20 Sep 2012 50,137 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2011 43,117 miles

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

Pass 13 Oct 2010 35,985 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 25,779 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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J111 LCN 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 85.7%.

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 J111 LCN, 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 J111 LCN registered?

J111 LCN is a 2006 BMW 116, first registered on 14 September 2006.

Is J111 LCN safe to buy?

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