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KR56 EFG

2006 BMW 116

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

66,248 mi
Last recorded66,248 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW 11670,019 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR56 EFG
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2026 66,248 miles

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear at rear hose connection (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 28 Jul 2025 63,931 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2025 63,931 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 1 Aug 2024 61,849 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2023 58,944 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2022 55,967 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective flange nuts missing (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 4 Aug 2021 52,025 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 5 Aug 2020 48,519 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 45,345 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

engine covers & under trays fitted

Pass 9 May 2018 41,903 miles

washers low on water

Pass 11 May 2017 37,027 miles
Fail 11 May 2017 37,027 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 9 May 2016 31,680 miles

body under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 9 May 2015 26,833 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Apr 2014 23,319 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 19,575 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 15,609 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2011 14,541 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2010 13,340 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2009 9,876 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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KR56 EFG is a 2006 BMW 116 in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 KR56 EFG, 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 KR56 EFG registered?

KR56 EFG is a 2006 BMW 116, first registered on 22 November 2006.

Is KR56 EFG safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR56 EFG shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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