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VE56 OXZ

2006 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2018
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

126,928 mi
Last recorded126,928 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2017
Typical for 2006 BMW 11670,019 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE56 OXZ
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2017 126,928 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 110,574 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

parking light stays on

Fail 17 Jun 2016 110,574 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front tyre wearing on inner edge

parking light stays on

Pass 16 Jun 2015 93,871 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 78,976 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 54,046 miles

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

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 2 Mar 2013 53,945 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

drivers side front inner wing cover missing and plastic broken due to damage

Pass 9 Feb 2012 25,282 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2012 25,282 miles

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

Pass 21 Dec 2010 13,122 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2009 7,796 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 OXZ is a 2006 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 VE56 OXZ, 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 OXZ registered?

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

Is VE56 OXZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE56 OXZ shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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