CarVerify

Free Car Check

BD05 MEV

2005 BMW 116

Blue Petrol 1596cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2020
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

92,665 mi
Last recorded92,665 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2019
Typical for 2005 BMW 11670,685 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD05 MEV
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2019 92,665 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2018 88,018 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 83,831 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 26 Mar 2016 80,096 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 76,179 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2015 76,179 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 28 Oct 2013 71,003 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 67,007 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Sep 2011 60,890 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2010 55,637 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 43,028 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 26,456 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
Full BMW 116 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

BD05 MEV is a 2005 BMW 116 in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 BD05 MEV, 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

How do I check the history of BD05 MEV?

You can check the full history of BD05 MEV by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was BD05 MEV registered?

BD05 MEV is a 2005 BMW 116, first registered on 1 June 2005.

Is BD05 MEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD05 MEV shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BD05 MEV have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on BD05 MEV. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.