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AV05 TWW

2005 BMW 116

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Feb 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

127,132 mi
Last recorded127,132 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW 11670,685 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV05 TWW
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 3 Feb 2026 127,132 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2025 123,165 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2024 118,352 miles

Offside Front headlamp deteriorated

Pass 29 Mar 2023 112,116 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Mar 2022 105,610 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2021 101,239 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2020 100,066 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2019 94,140 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 87,241 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 79,149 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 74,274 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 67,432 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 61,317 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 55,691 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 48,846 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 42,788 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 37,387 miles

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 8 Apr 2009 31,459 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 30,460 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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AV05 TWW is a 2005 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 AV05 TWW, 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 AV05 TWW registered?

AV05 TWW is a 2005 BMW 116, first registered on 18 May 2005.

Is AV05 TWW safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV05 TWW shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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