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SF06 WHC

2006 BMW 116

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2024
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

97,513 mi
Last recorded97,513 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2023
Typical for 2006 BMW 11670,019 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF06 WHC
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2023 97,513 miles

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Apr 2022 90,756 miles

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

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

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both axle to body (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 29 Jan 2021 84,206 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2021 84,206 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Feb 2020 78,565 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2020 78,564 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 14 Feb 2019 66,343 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))

Pass 17 Feb 2018 50,781 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2017 47,113 miles

both front brake discs corroded / scored

front brake application uneven / imbalanced

rear shock absorber - slight oil leak

Pass 5 Feb 2016 43,971 miles

both rear brake pipe sections corroded

Fail 5 Feb 2016 43,971 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

both rear brake pipe sections corroded

Pass 21 Feb 2015 42,300 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2014 40,217 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

both front and both rear brake discs corroded and pitted

brake application uneven and imbalanced

Pass 25 Feb 2014 40,217 miles

both front and both rear brake discs corroded and pitted

brake application uneven and imbalanced

Pass 14 Feb 2013 37,879 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2012 35,644 miles

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

Pass 7 Feb 2011 32,068 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 29,057 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 22,463 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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SF06 WHC is a 2006 BMW 116 in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 SF06 WHC, 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 SF06 WHC registered?

SF06 WHC is a 2006 BMW 116, first registered on 2 June 2006.

Is SF06 WHC safe to buy?

The MOT history for SF06 WHC shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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