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CU05 UNB

2005 BMW 116

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2022
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

111,686 mi
Last recorded111,686 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2021
Typical for 2005 BMW 11670,685 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU05 UNB
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2021 111,686 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2020 108,001 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2019 100,908 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Dec 2017 94,176 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both front (3.6.B.4d)

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

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

Fail 12 Dec 2017 94,176 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both front (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Oct 2016 84,306 miles
Fail 2 May 2015 67,996 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 May 2015 67,996 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Feb 2014 61,974 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Feb 2013 55,677 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2012 40,646 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 16,316 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 13,657 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 10,042 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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CU05 UNB 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 85.7%.

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 CU05 UNB, 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 CU05 UNB registered?

CU05 UNB is a 2005 BMW 116, first registered on 10 March 2005.

Is CU05 UNB safe to buy?

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