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YK56 HFS

2006 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2020
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

128,425 mi
Last recorded128,425 miles
Recorded on24 May 2019
Typical for 2006 BMW 11670,019 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK56 HFS
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 May 2019 128,425 miles

Offside Rear Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier in boot (4.13 (a) (i))

Fail 17 May 2019 128,313 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier in boot (4.13 (a) (i))

Pass 8 May 2018 122,355 miles
Fail 8 May 2018 122,355 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 18 May 2017 118,721 miles
Fail 9 May 2017 118,708 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 29 Mar 2016 115,076 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2014 108,115 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2013 91,406 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Tyre pressure monitoring system indicates a fault

Pass 24 Oct 2012 79,501 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2011 66,052 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 5 Oct 2010 56,564 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2009 53,522 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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YK56 HFS 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 76.9%.

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 YK56 HFS, 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 YK56 HFS registered?

YK56 HFS is a 2006 BMW 116, first registered on 26 September 2006.

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