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SD56 FWU

2006 BMW 116

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Aug 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

120,108 mi
Last recorded120,108 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW 11670,019 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD56 FWU
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2025 120,108 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

advise rear subframe support arms corroding but not a failure

Pass 2 Oct 2024 118,014 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Oct 2023 115,455 miles

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Oct 2022 112,386 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2022 109,163 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 6 May 2021 104,073 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 26 Mar 2020 99,920 miles

advise rear inner disc's minor wear

Pass 24 Apr 2019 94,448 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 90,415 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge void of tread (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 3 Apr 2018 90,415 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge void of tread (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 22 Mar 2017 85,588 miles

advise nearside front tyre

Pass 3 May 2016 79,487 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2015 71,772 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2013 67,587 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2013 67,574 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 17 Apr 2013 64,552 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 61,688 miles

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offside front tyre slightly worn on edge

Pass 7 Jan 2011 57,079 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2010 50,596 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2009 45,925 miles

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

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

Fail 8 Oct 2009 45,925 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

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

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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SD56 FWU is a 2006 BMW 116 in Silver 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 SD56 FWU, 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 SD56 FWU registered?

SD56 FWU is a 2006 BMW 116, first registered on 23 October 2006.

Is SD56 FWU safe to buy?

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