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SH56 LNF

2006 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2017
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

85,252 mi
Last recorded85,252 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2016
Typical for 2006 BMW 11670,019 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH56 LNF
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2016 85,252 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jun 2015 75,779 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

fuel cap seal perishing

Pass 30 Jun 2014 68,614 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

Pass 4 May 2013 56,979 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 48,521 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2011 33,952 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 6 Apr 2011 33,952 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 24,599 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2009 23,354 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

nsf wing mirror glass cracked

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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SH56 LNF is a 2006 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 SH56 LNF, 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 SH56 LNF registered?

SH56 LNF is a 2006 BMW 116, first registered on 14 December 2006.

Is SH56 LNF safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH56 LNF shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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