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VE56 CWK

2006 BMW 116

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2022
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

81,102 mi
Last recorded81,102 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2021
Typical for 2006 BMW 11670,019 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE56 CWK
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2021 81,102 miles

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

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

Fail 18 Jun 2021 81,102 miles

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 2 May 2020 77,000 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2018 65,711 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2017 68,011 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 57,940 miles

both side front tyre wearing low on the outer edge

under tray fitted

Pass 4 Apr 2015 49,132 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2014 46,278 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2014 46,278 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Mar 2013 38,892 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2013 38,882 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 1 Mar 2012 31,862 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2011 25,891 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2010 19,070 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2009 11,692 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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VE56 CWK is a 2006 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 VE56 CWK, 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 VE56 CWK registered?

VE56 CWK is a 2006 BMW 116, first registered on 28 December 2006.

Is VE56 CWK safe to buy?

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