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RE56 PNX

2006 BMW 116

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

80,051 mi
Last recorded80,051 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW 11670,019 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE56 PNX
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 80,051 miles

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

Fail 1 May 2026 80,051 miles

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

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Aug 2024 79,778 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2024 79,773 miles

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

Front Headlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Dec 2023 75,812 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Dec 2023 75,812 miles

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

Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 7 Jan 2023 70,880 miles

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

Fail 6 Jan 2023 70,880 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

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

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated x2 (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front brake warning wire cable tied to front leg

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

amber brake warning light on

fuel cap seal poor condition

Pass 22 Dec 2021 63,718 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2021 59,381 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2021 59,381 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Jan 2020 54,246 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2019 48,214 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2019 48,214 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Jan 2018 42,318 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2017 38,301 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin both rear (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 30 Dec 2015 29,447 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2013 25,495 miles

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

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

brake warning light on ,on the dashboard

Fail 18 Jan 2013 25,495 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

brake warning light on ,on the dashboard

Pass 21 Jan 2012 21,936 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2011 20,219 miles

n/s/r tyre low on tread

Fail 19 Jan 2011 20,219 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

n/s/r tyre low on tread

Pass 30 Sep 2009 17,502 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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RE56 PNX is a 2006 BMW 116 in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

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 RE56 PNX, 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 RE56 PNX registered?

RE56 PNX is a 2006 BMW 116, first registered on 29 September 2006.

Is RE56 PNX safe to buy?

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