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AE05 XVJ

2005 BMW 116

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

102,532 mi
Last recorded102,532 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW 11670,685 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE05 XVJ
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2017 102,532 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 97,310 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

undertray

Pass 28 Mar 2015 88,598 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 78,293 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 13 Sep 2013 67,866 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Brake pipe seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Brake pipe seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

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

Pass 5 Apr 2013 64,202 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2012 56,947 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 5 Apr 2011 47,353 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 38,148 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2010 38,148 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2009 30,538 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 22,484 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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AE05 XVJ is a 2005 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 AE05 XVJ, 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 AE05 XVJ registered?

AE05 XVJ is a 2005 BMW 116, first registered on 8 June 2005.

Is AE05 XVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE05 XVJ shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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