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WU56 MXL

2006 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2024
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

131,453 mi
Last recorded131,453 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2023
Typical for 2006 BMW 11670,019 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU56 MXL
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2023 131,453 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2022 123,367 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 24 Oct 2022 123,367 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 22 Nov 2021 116,976 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 19 Nov 2020 112,813 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Both Front and Rear (0.1 (b))

Pass 21 Nov 2019 108,515 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Nov 2019 108,515 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2018 100,002 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2017 94,213 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2016 88,738 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2015 81,859 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 72,892 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2012 62,169 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2012 62,168 miles

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

Offside Rear 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 8 Nov 2011 55,882 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2011 55,882 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 6 Nov 2010 51,387 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2009 45,375 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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WU56 MXL is a 2006 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 WU56 MXL, 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.

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What year was WU56 MXL registered?

WU56 MXL is a 2006 BMW 116, first registered on 13 October 2006.

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