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FA05 AYV

2005 BMW 116

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2022
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

114,591 mi
Last recorded114,591 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2021
Typical for 2005 BMW 11670,685 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA05 AYV
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2021 114,591 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Mar 2020 109,799 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2019 104,485 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2019 104,485 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 26 Mar 2018 99,413 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2017 94,364 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2017 94,364 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault Airbag light turned off at time of test (5.4.2)

Pass 25 Mar 2016 89,201 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2015 83,522 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 24 Mar 2015 83,522 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2014 78,160 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 74,036 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2012 63,798 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2011 51,156 miles

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

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

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

Pass 11 Dec 2009 32,511 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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FA05 AYV is a 2005 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FA05 AYV, 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 FA05 AYV registered?

FA05 AYV is a 2005 BMW 116, first registered on 8 August 2005.

Is FA05 AYV safe to buy?

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