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SL06 MKC

2006 BMW 116

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2017
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

124,250 mi
Last recorded124,250 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2016
Typical for 2006 BMW 11670,019 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL06 MKC
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2016 124,250 miles

both rear tyres worn on inner edge

exhaust down pipe nuts deteriorated &missing

Fail 31 Aug 2016 124,243 miles

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

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

both rear tyres worn on inner edge

exhaust down pipe nuts deteriorated &missing

Pass 6 May 2015 105,318 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

warning lamp on

Fail 6 May 2015 105,318 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

warning lamp on

Pass 15 Apr 2014 88,328 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front tyres slight wear outer edge(195/55/16)

Pass 29 Apr 2013 72,864 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2012 57,137 miles

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

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

Pass 6 May 2011 47,981 miles

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

Fail 6 May 2011 47,981 miles

Bonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)

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

Pass 1 May 2010 33,576 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 16,999 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2009 16,992 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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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SL06 MKC is a 2006 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SL06 MKC, 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 SL06 MKC registered?

SL06 MKC is a 2006 BMW 116, first registered on 17 March 2006.

Is SL06 MKC safe to buy?

The MOT history for SL06 MKC shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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