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ST56 BYL

2006 BMW 116

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

113,996 mi
Last recorded113,996 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2017
Typical for 2006 BMW 11670,019 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationST56 BYL
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2017 113,996 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2017 113,996 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 12 Oct 2016 99,158 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2015 92,793 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2014 87,395 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2013 80,217 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 24 Sep 2012 75,012 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 67,396 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2010 60,198 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 25 Sep 2009 51,486 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Sep 2009 51,486 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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ST56 BYL is a 2006 BMW 116 in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 ST56 BYL, 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 ST56 BYL?

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What year was ST56 BYL registered?

ST56 BYL is a 2006 BMW 116, first registered on 28 September 2006.

Is ST56 BYL safe to buy?

The MOT history for ST56 BYL shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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