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YC56 AXU

2006 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2021
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

72,409 mi
Last recorded72,409 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2020
Typical for 2006 BMW 11670,019 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC56 AXU
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 12 Dec 2020 72,409 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2019 68,294 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

steering lock light on but function ok

Pass 7 Dec 2018 63,680 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2017 57,530 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2016 52,106 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm(2055516) (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

under trays and engine covers fitted

Pass 10 Dec 2015 48,100 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2014 41,788 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2013 31,343 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2012 24,748 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2011 19,288 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2010 14,522 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 13,191 miles

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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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YC56 AXU is a 2006 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 YC56 AXU, 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 YC56 AXU registered?

YC56 AXU is a 2006 BMW 116, first registered on 29 September 2006.

Is YC56 AXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC56 AXU shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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