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WU56 SFV

2006 BMW 116

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Aug 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

100,103 mi
Last recorded100,103 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW 11670,019 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU56 SFV
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2026 100,103 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2025 96,565 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2024 92,649 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2023 89,519 miles

Central Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 5 Jul 2023 89,519 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Central Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Aug 2022 86,092 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2022 86,092 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 25 Aug 2021 83,578 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 17 Aug 2020 80,022 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2019 77,603 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2018 72,580 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 66,960 miles

Nearside Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

Pass 23 Aug 2016 61,403 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Aug 2015 56,352 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 56,352 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 49,457 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 44,330 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 35,883 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 27,389 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2011 27,389 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 24 Aug 2010 19,530 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Fail 7 Sep 2009 14,859 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Sep 2009 14,859 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 SFV is a 2006 BMW 116 in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 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 WU56 SFV, 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

How do I check the history of WU56 SFV?

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What year was WU56 SFV registered?

WU56 SFV is a 2006 BMW 116, first registered on 8 September 2006.

Is WU56 SFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for WU56 SFV shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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