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SK06 NPX

2006 BMW 116

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

116,805 mi
Last recorded116,805 miles
Recorded on11 May 2018
Typical for 2006 BMW 11670,019 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK06 NPX
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 May 2018 116,805 miles

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

Oil leak ()

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 3 May 2018 116,731 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Brake fluid warning lamp inoperative (3.6.G.2)

Halfshaft nut missing all around (4.2.B.3)

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

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

Oil leak ()

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 4 May 2017 106,716 miles

Front Oil leak ()

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

Pass 8 Mar 2016 89,510 miles

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

Offside Rear tyre has cuts

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

slight oil leak

Pass 9 Mar 2015 81,004 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2015 80,643 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Fail 18 Feb 2014 73,440 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 18 Feb 2014 73,440 miles

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 9 Jan 2013 61,363 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2012 48,430 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 37,776 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2010 27,111 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 24,504 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 24,525 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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SK06 NPX is a 2006 BMW 116 in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 SK06 NPX, 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 SK06 NPX registered?

SK06 NPX is a 2006 BMW 116, first registered on 1 March 2006.

Is SK06 NPX safe to buy?

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