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FD05 HRX

2005 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2021
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

106,503 mi
Last recorded106,503 miles
Recorded on20 May 2020
Typical for 2005 BMW 11670,685 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD05 HRX
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 May 2020 106,503 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 20 May 2020 106,502 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 May 2019 151,181 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 May 2018 140,432 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 137,318 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 13 May 2016 134,049 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2016 133,992 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 6 May 2015 132,407 miles

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

Fail 6 May 2015 132,407 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 7 May 2014 130,869 miles
Fail 7 May 2014 130,869 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 May 2013 128,819 miles
Pass 5 May 2012 118,419 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2011 101,819 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 15 May 2010 85,060 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 9 May 2009 66,068 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 17 May 2008 48,439 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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FD05 HRX 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 76.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FD05 HRX, 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 FD05 HRX registered?

FD05 HRX is a 2005 BMW 116, first registered on 21 May 2005.

Is FD05 HRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD05 HRX shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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