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BN05 VZD

2005 BMW 116

Black Diesel 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

94,074 mi
Last recorded94,074 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2019
Typical for 2005 BMW 11670,685 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN05 VZD
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2019 94,074 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Nov 2017 89,738 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured both front (1.4.A.2f)

slight oil around engine and gear box

Fail 16 Nov 2017 89,738 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

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

Direction indicator slightly discoloured both front (1.4.A.2f)

slight oil around engine and gear box

Pass 10 Nov 2016 82,890 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2015 76,380 miles

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

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

Fail 28 Oct 2015 76,358 miles

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

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Pass 29 Oct 2014 68,637 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2013 57,306 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2012 50,733 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 31 Aug 2012 50,733 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 45,243 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Aug 2010 39,733 miles

front + rear pads getting low keep check

Pass 5 Aug 2009 33,484 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2008 25,381 miles

front tyres low on edges

Pass 22 Aug 2007 16,649 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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BN05 VZD is a 2005 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,596cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 VZD, 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 VZD registered?

BN05 VZD is a 2005 BMW 116, first registered on 19 March 2005.

Is BN05 VZD safe to buy?

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