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SB56 XWF

2006 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2022
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

128,040 mi
Last recorded128,040 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2021
Typical for 2006 BMW 11670,019 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB56 XWF
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2021 128,040 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2020 120,349 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2020 120,281 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2019 111,357 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2018 104,525 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 97,863 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2016 91,687 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 83,171 miles

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

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

Fail 12 Mar 2015 83,171 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 31 Mar 2014 70,101 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2013 54,845 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 43,556 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 29,549 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2010 19,254 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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SB56 XWF is a 2006 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 SB56 XWF, 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 SB56 XWF registered?

SB56 XWF is a 2006 BMW 116, first registered on 23 December 2006.

Is SB56 XWF safe to buy?

The MOT history for SB56 XWF shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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