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YC56 XJZ

2006 BMW 116

Gold Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2023
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

92,490 mi
Last recorded92,490 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2022
Typical for 2006 BMW 11670,019 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC56 XJZ
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2006
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2022 92,490 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on the limit (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on the limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Dec 2021 73,788 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Dec 2020 61,424 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Dec 2019 54,524 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2019 47,957 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2019 47,957 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Feb 2018 38,054 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 11 Mar 2017 32,328 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2016 30,197 miles

Undertrays fitted

Pass 20 Feb 2015 29,234 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 232,260 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 17,873 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2011 15,010 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2010 12,982 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2009 10,820 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 XJZ is a 2006 BMW 116 in Gold with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 XJZ, 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 XJZ registered?

YC56 XJZ is a 2006 BMW 116, first registered on 8 November 2006.

Is YC56 XJZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC56 XJZ shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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