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DK05 YRR

2005 BMW 316

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

98,919 mi
Last recorded98,919 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW 31668,130 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK05 YRR
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2017 98,919 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Feb 2016 89,955 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2015 82,544 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak

advise corrosion to fuel tank strap housing

Pass 17 Feb 2014 75,920 miles

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

Fail 10 Feb 2014 75,920 miles

Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 16 Feb 2013 68,670 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Feb 2013 68,670 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2012 61,089 miles

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

Pass 12 Feb 2011 52,492 miles

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

Pass 8 Feb 2010 43,965 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2009 35,661 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2008 27,252 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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DK05 YRR is a 2005 BMW 316 in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 DK05 YRR, 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 DK05 YRR registered?

DK05 YRR is a 2005 BMW 316, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is DK05 YRR safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK05 YRR shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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