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BF05 UGD

2005 BMW 116

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

115,676 mi
Last recorded115,676 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2018
Typical for 2005 BMW 11670,685 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF05 UGD
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2018 115,676 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

front brake pads 60% worn

Pass 3 Mar 2017 108,592 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 3 Mar 2017 108,592 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 27 Feb 2016 100,486 miles

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

Pass 3 Mar 2015 90,120 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2014 79,469 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2014 79,469 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Fail 2 Mar 2013 68,118 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 2 Mar 2013 68,118 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 3 Mar 2012 56,475 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2011 43,907 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2011 43,907 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

both front tyres worn on edges

both rear tyers close to limit

track

Pass 3 Mar 2010 37,209 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Mar 2009 28,858 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2008 17,542 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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BF05 UGD is a 2005 BMW 116 in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BF05 UGD, 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 BF05 UGD registered?

BF05 UGD is a 2005 BMW 116, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is BF05 UGD safe to buy?

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