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AX55 BGU

2005 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2021
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

106,499 mi
Last recorded106,499 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2020
Typical for 2005 BMW 11670,685 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX55 BGU
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2020 106,499 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 26 Jun 2020 106,499 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Jun 2019 98,317 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated o/s n/s (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2018 92,092 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 84,227 miles

ENGINE COVER & UNDER TRAY FITTED

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

Pass 14 Jun 2016 80,141 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2015 73,557 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Jan 2014 66,039 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Feb 2013 57,244 miles

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

Pass 28 Jan 2012 47,422 miles

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

Pass 4 Feb 2011 42,774 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2010 37,959 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2009 31,970 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Feb 2009 31,970 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2008 26,724 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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AX55 BGU is a 2005 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 AX55 BGU, 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.

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What year was AX55 BGU registered?

AX55 BGU is a 2005 BMW 116, first registered on 19 December 2005.

Is AX55 BGU safe to buy?

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