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SY06 VBX

2006 BMW 116

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2022
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

99,245 mi
Last recorded99,245 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2021
Typical for 2006 BMW 11670,019 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY06 VBX
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2021 99,245 miles

Engine Management Lamp On Indicating A Fault

Fail 8 Jan 2021 99,229 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Engine Management Lamp On Indicating A Fault

Pass 1 Nov 2019 92,194 miles

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Chassis and some suspension components corroded

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 2 Nov 2018 79,754 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))

underside of vehicle corroded

Pass 7 Nov 2017 71,528 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2017 67,013 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2016 60,079 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2015 55,348 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2014 50,202 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Jan 2013 45,766 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2012 39,874 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2011 39,206 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2010 34,916 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 26,746 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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SY06 VBX is a 2006 BMW 116 in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 SY06 VBX, 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 SY06 VBX registered?

SY06 VBX is a 2006 BMW 116, first registered on 29 June 2006.

Is SY06 VBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SY06 VBX shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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