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FA05 WPE

2005 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2022
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

55,764 mi
Last recorded55,764 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2021
Typical for 2005 BMW 11670,685 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA05 WPE
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2021 55,764 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 3 Nov 2020 54,262 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 12 Nov 2019 53,077 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2018 50,557 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2018 52,899 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Pass 2 Nov 2017 48,540 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2016 46,554 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2016 46,446 miles

Brake servo vacuum pipe collapsed (3.6.C.1b)

Exhaust system not adequately supported middle bracket snapped away from exhaust (7.1.1)

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 4 Nov 2015 44,667 miles

Nearside Front front tyre worn on outer and inner tread ( advise )

bracke vacuum hose collapsed ( advise )

centre exhaust clamp broken ( advise )

Pass 4 Nov 2014 42,570 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

both front tyres worn on edges

exhaust hanger broken but exhaust secure

Pass 11 Nov 2013 40,021 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2012 38,193 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2011 36,074 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2010 34,055 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2009 31,695 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2008 29,944 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 15 Nov 2007 14,683 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 WPE is a 2005 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 WPE, 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 WPE registered?

FA05 WPE is a 2005 BMW 116, first registered on 18 May 2005.

Is FA05 WPE safe to buy?

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