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KL56 VPT

2006 BMW 116

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Sep 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

51,561 mi
Last recorded51,561 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW 11670,019 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKL56 VPT
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2025 51,561 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2025 51,561 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 13 Sep 2024 50,046 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2024 50,046 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 18 Sep 2023 49,088 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2022 48,089 miles

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2021 46,666 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2020 45,174 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2019 43,602 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2018 40,993 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2017 38,659 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2017 38,659 miles

Headlamp aim too high both very high (1.8)

Pass 5 Sep 2016 35,968 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim inner (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 3 Sep 2015 33,451 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 30,630 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 27,580 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 3 Sep 2012 24,651 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 21,703 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2011 21,703 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 22 Sep 2010 18,129 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 14,318 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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KL56 VPT is a 2006 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 KL56 VPT, 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 KL56 VPT registered?

KL56 VPT is a 2006 BMW 116, first registered on 23 September 2006.

Is KL56 VPT safe to buy?

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