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SL56 XKM

2006 BMW 116

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

119,591 mi
Last recorded119,591 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2017
Typical for 2006 BMW 11670,019 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL56 XKM
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2017 119,591 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 22 Apr 2016 105,309 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Road wheel spoke slightly loose (4.2.A.1b)

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

Pass 23 Apr 2015 92,916 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 78,553 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 8 Mar 2013 59,839 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Mar 2013 70,019 miles

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

Pass 17 Jan 2012 61,314 miles

Both front tyres worn on outer edge

Offside rear brake disc slightly corroded inner face

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Jan 2011 48,429 miles

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

Fail 17 Jan 2011 48,429 miles

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

Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

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

Pass 28 Sep 2009 35,837 miles

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

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 XKM is a 2006 BMW 116 in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 XKM, 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.

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What year was SL56 XKM registered?

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

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