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DY55 NZF

2005 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2013
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

47,890 mi
Last recorded47,890 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2012
Typical for 2005 BMW 11670,685 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY55 NZF
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 17 Feb 2012 47,890 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2011 36,396 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2010 25,197 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2008 19,361 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2007 15,433 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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DY55 NZF is a 2005 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 DY55 NZF, 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

How do I check the history of DY55 NZF?

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What year was DY55 NZF registered?

DY55 NZF is a 2005 BMW 116, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is DY55 NZF safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY55 NZF shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DY55 NZF have outstanding finance?

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