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SW56 CTZ

2006 BMW 116

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2020
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

89,113 mi
Last recorded89,113 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2019
Typical for 2006 BMW 11670,019 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW56 CTZ
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2019 89,113 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2018 83,638 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 17 Sep 2018 83,638 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Sep 2017 73,907 miles

Nearside Front abs sensor wire incorrectly fitted

Offside Rear brake warning wire incorrectly fitted

Fail 21 Sep 2017 73,907 miles

Nearside Front abs sensor wire incorrectly fitted

Offside Rear brake warning wire incorrectly fitted

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

Pass 30 Aug 2016 67,832 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 60,982 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2014 53,996 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2013 48,222 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2012 33,537 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2011 31,561 miles

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

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 29 Dec 2011 31,561 miles

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 5 Jan 2011 26,541 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2009 18,374 miles

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

Fail 30 Nov 2009 18,374 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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SW56 CTZ is a 2006 BMW 116 in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 SW56 CTZ, 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 SW56 CTZ registered?

SW56 CTZ is a 2006 BMW 116, first registered on 1 December 2006.

Is SW56 CTZ safe to buy?

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