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A19 VMW

2005 BMW 116

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jun 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

34,192 mi
Last recorded34,192 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW 11670,685 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA19 VMW
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 34,192 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2025 30,258 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2024 25,876 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated BOTH (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 24 Jun 2023 22,253 miles

tpms system showing fault

Pass 27 Jun 2022 20,084 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2021 19,873 miles

Offside Rear Anti-lock braking system component slightly damaged (1.6 (e))

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

Pass 17 Jun 2020 19,766 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2019 19,222 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 18,324 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2018 18,324 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 6 Jun 2017 17,100 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 15,872 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 13,289 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 11,446 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2013 11,292 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2012 10,932 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2011 10,073 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2010 9,500 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2009 8,405 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2008 7,271 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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A19 VMW is a 2005 BMW 116 in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 2005 BMW 116 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.8% with a typical mileage of 70,685 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 A19 VMW, 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 21 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 A19 VMW registered?

A19 VMW is a 2005 BMW 116, first registered on 24 June 2005.

Is A19 VMW safe to buy?

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