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YY56 RZX

2006 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Nov 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

150,746 mi
Last recorded150,746 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW 11670,019 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYY56 RZX
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2025 150,746 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front and rear (0.1 (b))

Pass 9 Nov 2024 146,297 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Offside Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 21 Nov 2023 138,193 miles

Front Bonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated (3.1 (c))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

underbody has some corrosion

Pass 25 Nov 2022 129,577 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2021 119,828 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2020 111,957 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2020 111,957 miles

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

Bonnet primary retaining device ineffective (3.1 (c))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 3 Sep 2019 109,174 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Aug 2019 109,174 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2018 102,814 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 91,788 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 3 Sep 2016 80,511 miles

Nearside Rear tyre getting close to limit,advise

Fail 27 Aug 2016 80,337 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high aim too high (1.8)

Rear Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated fuel cap rubber deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Nearside Rear tyre getting close to limit,advise

Pass 12 Aug 2015 65,898 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside front tyre tread starting to crack

Fail 12 Aug 2015 65,898 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside front tyre tread starting to crack

Pass 1 Sep 2014 56,690 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 54,983 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

item removed from mirror

Fail 15 May 2014 54,983 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

item removed from mirror

Pass 27 Apr 2013 46,629 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 17 May 2012 39,093 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 May 2011 31,730 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 27,214 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 26 May 2009 21,893 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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YY56 RZX is a 2006 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 YY56 RZX, 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 YY56 RZX registered?

YY56 RZX is a 2006 BMW 116, first registered on 21 December 2006.

Is YY56 RZX safe to buy?

The MOT history for YY56 RZX shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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