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VE06 LWT

2006 BMW 116

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2021
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

97,501 mi
Last recorded97,501 miles
Recorded on7 May 2021
Typical for 2006 BMW 11670,019 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE06 LWT
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Fail 7 May 2021 97,501 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 24 Nov 2020 94,748 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both side (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 23 Nov 2019 90,387 miles

Valve stem slightly damaged o/s/f tyre valve pereshed (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 17 Nov 2018 88,604 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2017 86,795 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2016 83,879 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2015 79,919 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2015 79,919 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 19 Nov 2014 74,544 miles

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

Fail 19 Nov 2014 74,544 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 29 Nov 2013 70,013 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 29 Nov 2013 70,013 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Nov 2012 64,262 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 52,422 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 45,875 miles
Fail 14 May 2010 45,861 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 11 Jun 2009 40,560 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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VE06 LWT is a 2006 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 VE06 LWT, 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 VE06 LWT registered?

VE06 LWT is a 2006 BMW 116, first registered on 16 June 2006.

Is VE06 LWT safe to buy?

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