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BN05 VZK

2005 BMW 116

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2023
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

85,126 mi
Last recorded85,126 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2022
Typical for 2005 BMW 11670,685 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN05 VZK
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2022 85,126 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Bothside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured Bothside (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 18 Mar 2021 84,433 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear washer jet inoperative

Pass 21 Mar 2020 83,543 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2019 82,566 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2018 81,559 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 80,549 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2017 80,549 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 10 Mar 2016 78,554 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 74,468 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 70,022 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2013 65,407 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 57,980 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Mar 2011 53,235 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 36,570 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 36,200 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Mar 2008 24,700 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 VZK is a 2005 BMW 116 in Grey 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 VZK, 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 VZK registered?

BN05 VZK is a 2005 BMW 116, first registered on 29 March 2005.

Is BN05 VZK safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN05 VZK 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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