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BG05 PCX

2005 BMW 116

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2024
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

91,828 mi
Last recorded91,828 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2023
Typical for 2005 BMW 11670,685 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG05 PCX
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2023 91,828 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Dec 2021 83,326 miles

Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Dec 2020 76,186 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Dec 2019 67,392 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 66,117 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2018 62,397 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 55,293 miles
Fail 3 May 2017 55,293 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Feb 2016 49,459 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2016 49,459 miles

Centre Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Fail 29 Dec 2015 49,145 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Centre Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Eml light on

Engine covers fitted

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

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

Under trays fitted

Pass 1 Nov 2014 40,908 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 5 Oct 2013 36,716 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2012 33,254 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2011 29,407 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2010 24,311 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 20,262 miles
Pass 31 May 2008 14,329 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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BG05 PCX is a 2005 BMW 116 in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 BG05 PCX, 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 BG05 PCX registered?

BG05 PCX is a 2005 BMW 116, first registered on 7 May 2005.

Is BG05 PCX safe to buy?

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