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SL56 WJU

2006 BMW 116

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Sep 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

108,222 mi
Last recorded108,222 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW 11670,019 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL56 WJU
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2025 108,222 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 3 Sep 2025 108,222 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2024 103,172 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 31 Aug 2023 100,000 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Sep 2022 95,437 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2021 91,066 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2020 85,891 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2019 80,604 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2018 74,761 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Jul 2017 68,210 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 60,256 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 3 Jul 2015 53,781 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Pass 25 Feb 2014 46,208 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 41,044 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Aug 2012 37,747 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Aug 2011 31,096 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2011 31,096 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 18 Sep 2009 25,058 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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SL56 WJU is a 2006 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 WJU, 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

How do I check the history of SL56 WJU?

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What year was SL56 WJU registered?

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

Is SL56 WJU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SL56 WJU shows 18 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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