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AJ55 TZD

2005 BMW 116

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2023
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

106,014 mi
Last recorded106,014 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2022
Typical for 2005 BMW 11670,685 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ55 TZD
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2022 106,014 miles

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

Pass 1 Feb 2021 99,978 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2020 98,664 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Jan 2019 96,493 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

Pass 29 Jan 2018 94,716 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 27 Jan 2018 94,716 miles

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Jan 2017 90,426 miles

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both front (2.7.3)

Pass 26 Jan 2016 87,147 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2015 84,828 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2014 81,182 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2013 74,600 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2013 74,600 miles

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

Pass 1 Feb 2012 68,724 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2012 68,721 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 26 Jan 2011 62,977 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2010 57,242 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 31 Jan 2009 46,201 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 42,102 miles

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

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

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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AJ55 TZD is a 2005 BMW 116 in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 AJ55 TZD, 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 AJ55 TZD registered?

AJ55 TZD is a 2005 BMW 116, first registered on 30 November 2005.

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