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VA06 KFJ

2006 BMW 116

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

115,516 mi
Last recorded115,516 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW 11670,019 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA06 KFJ
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2025 115,516 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2024 109,986 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2024 109,986 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Aug 2023 104,071 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2022 98,376 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2021 93,330 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2020 89,747 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2019 85,820 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2018 80,185 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2017 75,059 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 70,156 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 65,452 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2014 60,080 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2013 54,509 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 50,598 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 46,242 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 43,766 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2009 32,325 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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VA06 KFJ is a 2006 BMW 116 in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 VA06 KFJ, 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 VA06 KFJ?

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What year was VA06 KFJ registered?

VA06 KFJ is a 2006 BMW 116, first registered on 12 August 2006.

Is VA06 KFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for VA06 KFJ shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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