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SL56 WJF

2006 BMW 116

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2017
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

61,924 mi
Last recorded61,924 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2016
Typical for 2006 BMW 11670,019 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL56 WJF
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2016 61,924 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 55,454 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2015 55,454 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Sep 2014 53,088 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 46,547 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2012 40,882 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 33,742 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2010 26,439 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2009 21,632 miles

offside front tyre slightly worn outer edge.

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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SL56 WJF is a 2006 BMW 116 in Silver 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 SL56 WJF, 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 SL56 WJF registered?

SL56 WJF is a 2006 BMW 116, first registered on 28 September 2006.

Is SL56 WJF safe to buy?

The MOT history for SL56 WJF 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.

Does SL56 WJF have outstanding finance?

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