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YC56 BPY

2006 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2021
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

126,543 mi
Last recorded126,543 miles
Recorded on21 May 2020
Typical for 2006 BMW 11670,019 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 May 2020 126,543 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2019 122,740 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 6 Feb 2019 122,740 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Headlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 7 Feb 2018 116,189 miles

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

Pass 18 Jan 2017 105,207 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2016 100,514 miles

Under-tray fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Jan 2015 92,803 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2014 86,861 miles

Bonnet retaining device slightly deteriorated (8.4.2)

Front wiper slightly smearing

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 31 Jan 2013 80,648 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2012 74,413 miles

Nearside Front 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 9 Nov 2010 67,498 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Aug 2010 64,671 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 49,131 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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YC56 BPY is a 2006 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 BPY, 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 YC56 BPY registered?

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

Is YC56 BPY safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC56 BPY shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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