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AK05 LEF

2005 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

85,580 mi
Last recorded85,580 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW 11670,685 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK05 LEF
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2017 85,580 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 79,761 miles

n/s/f and o/s/f brake hoses perished

Pass 9 Mar 2015 75,578 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

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

Pass 4 Mar 2014 71,442 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2013 64,824 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

inner front brake pads appear worn out but discs are worn

Pass 15 Mar 2013 64,824 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

inner front brake pads appear worn out but discs are worn

Pass 17 Mar 2012 51,118 miles

brake pads approching sensor wires

Pass 21 Mar 2011 38,226 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 28,034 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2009 23,636 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 19,274 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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AK05 LEF is a 2005 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 AK05 LEF, 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 AK05 LEF registered?

AK05 LEF is a 2005 BMW 116, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is AK05 LEF safe to buy?

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