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BU05 XOS

2005 BMW 316

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

61,098 mi
Last recorded61,098 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2018
Typical for 2005 BMW 31668,130 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU05 XOS
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2018 61,098 miles

both front to rear brake pipes slightly corroded

both rear wheel arches getting weak

Pass 23 Jun 2017 57,861 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 1 Jun 2016 50,813 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2015 49,850 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 7 Aug 2014 45,239 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 40,002 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2013 40,002 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Pass 8 Aug 2012 35,140 miles

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

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

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

Fail 8 Aug 2012 35,140 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear 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 5 Aug 2011 30,504 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2010 26,522 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2009 22,527 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2009 22,527 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 6 Aug 2008 18,135 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2007 14,412 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 316?

Based on 1,210,990 MOT tests across 108,989 vehicles.

69.2%
Pass Rate
5,781
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
108,989
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 71,150
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 70,761
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 45,241
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 39,617
parking brake recording little or no effort 33,703
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BU05 XOS is a 2005 BMW 316 in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2005 BMW 316 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.9% with a typical mileage of 68,130 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 316 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 71,150 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BU05 XOS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 316 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 21 years old, this BMW 316 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BU05 XOS registered?

BU05 XOS is a 2005 BMW 316, first registered on 14 April 2005.

Is BU05 XOS safe to buy?

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