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YL06 FTC

2006 BMW 116

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2022
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

99,938 mi
Last recorded99,938 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2021
Typical for 2006 BMW 11670,019 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL06 FTC
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2021 99,938 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 30 Jan 2021 99,938 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Nov 2019 89,152 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2019 89,148 miles

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

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

Pass 29 Nov 2018 83,466 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Nov 2018 83,466 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Sep 2017 68,291 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 66,503 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 5 Aug 2015 62,411 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2014 56,305 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 46,821 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2012 38,813 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2011 32,102 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2010 24,321 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 4 Aug 2009 17,471 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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YL06 FTC is a 2006 BMW 116 in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YL06 FTC, 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 YL06 FTC registered?

YL06 FTC is a 2006 BMW 116, first registered on 28 July 2006.

Is YL06 FTC safe to buy?

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