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BN55 HHE

2005 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2024
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

81,036 mi
Last recorded81,036 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2023
Typical for 2005 BMW 11670,685 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN55 HHE
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2023 81,036 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive covers fitted under vehicle (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective condensation (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front 2 x nuts missing exhaust flange

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated offside and nearside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured offside and nearside (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 15 Feb 2022 74,099 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective condensation (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear brake pad wear indicator wire broken

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 15 Feb 2022 74,099 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective condensation (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear brake pad wear indicator wire broken

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Feb 2021 69,203 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 tyres. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Jan 2019 68,572 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2018 66,220 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre marked ()

Fail 30 Jan 2018 66,220 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre marked ()

Pass 2 Mar 2017 63,036 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2016 58,866 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2015 54,940 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Feb 2014 50,684 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2013 46,827 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 5 Mar 2012 42,733 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 39,034 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2010 31,304 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 30 Dec 2008 21,631 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Cover fitted over front subframe area under vehicle unable to inspect

Covers fitted over offside and nearside under vehicle unable to inspect

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

Pass 2 Jan 2008 13,288 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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BN55 HHE is a 2005 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 BN55 HHE, 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 BN55 HHE registered?

BN55 HHE is a 2005 BMW 116, first registered on 3 September 2005.

Is BN55 HHE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN55 HHE shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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