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AJ05 BNU

2005 BMW 116

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

80,024 mi
Last recorded80,024 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2019
Typical for 2005 BMW 11670,685 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ05 BNU
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2019 80,024 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Minor chips in screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Dec 2018 76,013 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2018 74,500 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))

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

both front brake hoses slightly deteriorated

Pass 15 Jun 2017 71,241 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both front (3.6.B.4d)

Direction indicator slightly discoloured both rear (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' various chips (8.3.1d)

Pass 21 Jun 2016 68,207 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (1.4.A.2f)

underbody trays obscuring some components

Pass 18 Jun 2015 64,812 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Jun 2014 61,360 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 57,605 miles

n/s front tyre has slight wear on edge

very light cracking on both front brake hoses

wipers will soon need replacing

Pass 21 Jun 2012 54,135 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2012 54,135 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 15 Jun 2011 50,357 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 46,298 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 41,012 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2008 35,945 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2008 35,944 miles

Power steering component(s) leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 24 Jul 2007 30,971 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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AJ05 BNU is a 2005 BMW 116 in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 AJ05 BNU, 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 AJ05 BNU registered?

AJ05 BNU is a 2005 BMW 116, first registered on 3 May 2005.

Is AJ05 BNU safe to buy?

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