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SG56 HHJ

2006 BMW 116

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2025
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

65,100 mi
Last recorded65,100 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2024
Typical for 2006 BMW 11670,019 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG56 HHJ
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2024 65,100 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2024 65,098 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 11 Jan 2023 58,293 miles

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

Pass 24 Jan 2022 51,067 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2021 50,928 miles

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

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

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

Pass 2 Dec 2020 48,713 miles

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

Pass 13 Dec 2019 46,598 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2018 44,491 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Dec 2017 41,879 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Dec 2016 39,100 miles

n/s front tyre cut in sidewall outer.

Pass 2 Dec 2015 35,869 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2014 33,395 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2014 31,260 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2013 30,556 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Dec 2013 30,556 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2012 26,771 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2011 23,644 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2010 20,562 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 19,005 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 14,387 miles

rear no. plate starting to de-laminate

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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SG56 HHJ is a 2006 BMW 116 in Grey 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 SG56 HHJ, 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 SG56 HHJ registered?

SG56 HHJ is a 2006 BMW 116, first registered on 1 September 2006.

Is SG56 HHJ safe to buy?

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