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SW55 FMF

2006 BMW 116

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

100,970 mi
Last recorded100,970 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2017
Typical for 2006 BMW 11670,019 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW55 FMF
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2017 100,970 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output water in the light (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output water in the light (1.7.5a)

Pass 30 Jan 2017 96,960 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2016 85,731 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2016 85,731 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Pass 27 Jan 2015 72,179 miles

Both front tyres are worn on shoulders.

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

O/S/F Tyre has a deep cutr in shoulder,no cords visable.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 27 Jan 2015 72,179 miles

Both front tyres are worn on shoulders.

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

O/S/F Tyre has a deep cutr in shoulder,no cords visable.

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Jan 2014 62,877 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2013 55,267 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2012 46,958 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2011 46,958 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

front wipers smearing

o/s/r tyre low on tread 2mm

Pass 29 Jan 2011 40,098 miles

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

Pass 27 Jan 2010 32,124 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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SW55 FMF is a 2006 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SW55 FMF, 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 SW55 FMF registered?

SW55 FMF is a 2006 BMW 116, first registered on 22 February 2006.

Is SW55 FMF safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW55 FMF shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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