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EY05 TXE

2005 BMW 116

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2016
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

107,352 mi
Last recorded107,352 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2015
Typical for 2005 BMW 11670,685 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEY05 TXE
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Fail 29 Apr 2015 107,352 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Pass 29 Apr 2015 107,352 miles

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

Pass 17 Apr 2014 59,966 miles

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

Pass 17 Apr 2013 54,058 miles

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

Fail 12 Apr 2013 54,258 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

Pass 28 Nov 2011 38,665 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 32,845 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2008 22,960 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2007 21,370 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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EY05 TXE is a 2005 BMW 116 in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 EY05 TXE, 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 EY05 TXE registered?

EY05 TXE is a 2005 BMW 116, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is EY05 TXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for EY05 TXE shows 9 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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