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SP56 WXW

2006 BMW 116

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2025
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

85,881 mi
Last recorded85,881 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2024
Typical for 2006 BMW 11670,019 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP56 WXW
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2024 85,881 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2023 83,287 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2023 83,182 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2022 80,998 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2021 80,214 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Oct 2020 78,098 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2019 65,250 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2018 59,601 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2017 51,421 miles

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

Pass 4 Feb 2016 42,767 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2015 32,839 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2013 24,442 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Nov 2012 23,173 miles

Brake pad wearing indicator warning light stay's on.

T.C. warning light stay's on.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Dec 2010 17,752 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2010 17,752 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 Nov 2009 16,290 miles

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

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

Offside 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)

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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SP56 WXW is a 2006 BMW 116 in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 SP56 WXW, 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 SP56 WXW registered?

SP56 WXW is a 2006 BMW 116, first registered on 25 September 2006.

Is SP56 WXW safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP56 WXW shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SP56 WXW have outstanding finance?

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