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DXZ 5995

2005 BMW 116

Blue Diesel 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2018
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

93,408 mi
Last recorded93,408 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW 11670,685 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDXZ 5995
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2017 93,408 miles

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

Nearside Front tyre very badly worn on outer edge.2.6 mm at centre

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.65 mm and badly worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front tyre worn and perished on outer edge.2.7mm at centre

Offside Rear tyre badly worn on inner edge/sidewall.2.5mm at centre

Fail 1 Dec 2017 93,281 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

Nearside Front tyre very badly worn on outer edge.2.6 mm at centre

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.65 mm and badly worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front tyre worn and perished on outer edge.2.7mm at centre

Offside Rear tyre badly worn on inner edge/sidewall.2.5mm at centre

Pass 5 Dec 2016 86,015 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front tyre deteriorating and in poor condition

Pass 27 Nov 2015 79,947 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Dec 2014 72,287 miles

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

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

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

Fail 10 Dec 2014 72,287 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

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

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

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

Pass 21 Nov 2013 66,480 miles

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

brake wear light on indicating sensor fault

Fail 20 Nov 2013 66,480 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Nov 2012 62,196 miles

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

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

Fail 29 Nov 2012 62,188 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Nearside Front 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 16 Feb 2012 58,831 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2011 55,503 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2010 51,279 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2009 46,780 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2009 46,778 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2008 40,251 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2008 40,202 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2008 40,200 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

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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DXZ 5995 is a 2005 BMW 116 in Blue with a 1,596cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DXZ 5995, 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 DXZ 5995 registered?

DXZ 5995 is a 2005 BMW 116, first registered on 30 April 2005.

Is DXZ 5995 safe to buy?

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