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CE55 XEN

2005 BMW 116

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

94,921 mi
Last recorded94,921 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2018
Typical for 2005 BMW 11670,685 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE55 XEN
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2018 94,921 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 3 Apr 2017 87,504 miles

both front brake hoses perished

n/s headlamp unit damaged

Fail 3 Apr 2017 87,504 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

both front brake hoses perished

n/s headlamp unit damaged

Pass 30 Mar 2016 84,888 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 21 Apr 2015 81,058 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 22 Apr 2014 72,927 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

eml light on

Pass 9 Apr 2013 62,452 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 55,411 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 4 Mar 2011 48,535 miles

Oil leak

recommend rear brake check.

Fail 3 Mar 2011 48,532 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Oil leak

Pass 6 Aug 2010 45,959 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Oil leak

engine undertray fitted

Fail 5 Aug 2010 45,929 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Oil leak

engine undertray fitted

Pass 31 Jul 2009 36,914 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 25,847 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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CE55 XEN is a 2005 BMW 116 in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 CE55 XEN, 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 CE55 XEN registered?

CE55 XEN is a 2005 BMW 116, first registered on 16 September 2005.

Is CE55 XEN safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE55 XEN shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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