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EA05 VHM

2005 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jan 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

105,583 mi
Last recorded105,583 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW 11670,685 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA05 VHM
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2026 105,583 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2016 116,129 miles

both front wipers deteriated

engine tapping when running

part worn winter tyres fitted

Fail 13 Sep 2016 116,129 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

both front wipers deteriated

engine tapping when running

part worn winter tyres fitted

Pass 22 Aug 2015 102,490 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2014 101,333 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 5 Aug 2013 88,836 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2012 75,666 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside front / offside rear tyres wearing on edges

Pass 3 Aug 2011 65,856 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 61,073 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 45,736 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

advise o/s/r tyre wearing on edges.

Pass 6 Aug 2008 33,513 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2007 25,020 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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EA05 VHM is a 2005 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 EA05 VHM, 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.

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What year was EA05 VHM registered?

EA05 VHM is a 2005 BMW 116, first registered on 20 April 2005.

Is EA05 VHM safe to buy?

The MOT history for EA05 VHM shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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