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BN05 GVV

2005 BMW 116

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2024
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

140,888 mi
Last recorded140,888 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2023
Typical for 2005 BMW 11670,685 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN05 GVV
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2023 140,888 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Dec 2021 132,945 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2020 128,187 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2019 124,170 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2018 122,337 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2017 120,237 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2016 103,082 miles

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

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 16 Jun 2015 88,016 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 73,433 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 61,435 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 12 Mar 2012 47,595 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 8 Mar 2011 35,352 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Pass 22 Jul 2010 31,830 miles

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

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

Pass 30 May 2009 27,593 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 21,843 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2008 21,842 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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BN05 GVV is a 2005 BMW 116 in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 BN05 GVV, 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 BN05 GVV registered?

BN05 GVV is a 2005 BMW 116, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is BN05 GVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN05 GVV shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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