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VK56 CPV

2006 BMW 116

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2025
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

113,621 mi
Last recorded113,621 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2024
Typical for 2006 BMW 11670,019 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK56 CPV
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2024 113,621 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 7 Mar 2023 93,323 miles

engine covers fitted

Pass 7 Apr 2022 92,671 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2022 92,671 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 12 May 2021 89,935 miles
Fail 12 May 2021 89,935 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 6 May 2020 87,009 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 82,392 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 76,775 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on edges (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on edges (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 20 Apr 2017 71,737 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 70,223 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2015 63,526 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2014 57,019 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2014 57,019 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Oct 2013 45,183 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2013
Fail 20 Sep 2013 45,135 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 8 Sep 2012 40,923 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 35,386 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Sep 2010 28,249 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2009 22,144 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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VK56 CPV is a 2006 BMW 116 in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 VK56 CPV, 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 VK56 CPV registered?

VK56 CPV is a 2006 BMW 116, first registered on 25 September 2006.

Is VK56 CPV safe to buy?

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