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EX55 VHZ

2005 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2022
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

111,514 mi
Last recorded111,514 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2021
Typical for 2005 BMW 11670,685 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX55 VHZ
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2021 111,514 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Sep 2021 111,514 miles

Nearside Front Engine mounting excessively loose (6.1.8 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Engine mounting excessively loose (6.1.8 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2020 108,275 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2020 108,275 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Aug 2019 102,018 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 97,177 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2017 90,921 miles

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

n/s rear tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 4 Aug 2016 83,596 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 12 Aug 2015 75,491 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2014 66,725 miles

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)

Pass 29 Aug 2013 59,456 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2012 51,141 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011 43,925 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2011 43,925 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Fail 4 Sep 2010 39,971 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 4 Sep 2010 39,971 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2009 33,830 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2008 24,525 miles

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

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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EX55 VHZ is a 2005 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2005 BMW 116 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.8% with a typical mileage of 70,685 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 EX55 VHZ, 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 EX55 VHZ registered?

EX55 VHZ is a 2005 BMW 116, first registered on 3 September 2005.

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The MOT history for EX55 VHZ shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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