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SM56 FUE

2006 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2019
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

103,831 mi
Last recorded103,831 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2018
Typical for 2006 BMW 11670,019 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM56 FUE
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2018 103,831 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

engine cover and undertrays fitted

front exhaust nuts missing

slight leak at rear diff

Pass 21 Oct 2017 97,105 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2016 91,846 miles

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

Pass 21 Oct 2015 84,139 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2014 76,652 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2013 69,202 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2012 61,358 miles

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

Fail 16 Nov 2012 61,358 miles

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

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

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

Pass 10 Oct 2011 48,030 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2010 43,004 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2009 36,843 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2009 36,843 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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SM56 FUE is a 2006 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 SM56 FUE, 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 SM56 FUE registered?

SM56 FUE is a 2006 BMW 116, first registered on 7 November 2006.

Is SM56 FUE safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM56 FUE shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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