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FG55 UMS

2005 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Nov 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

37,189 mi
Last recorded37,189 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW 11670,685 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG55 UMS
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 11 Nov 2025 37,189 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

engine cover/under covers fitted

Pass 14 Nov 2024 31,128 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 May 2023 30,781 miles

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

engine cover/under covers fitted

Pass 26 May 2022 23,029 miles

Nearside Rear alloy buckle

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear exhaust clamp broken but still secure

engine cover/under covers fitted

Pass 25 May 2021 17,604 miles

engine cover/under covers fitted

Pass 29 Apr 2020 16,885 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2018 14,345 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2017 12,982 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2016 12,151 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 11,329 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 10,736 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2012 9,372 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 8,450 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 7,405 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2008 4,918 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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FG55 UMS is a 2005 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FG55 UMS, 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 FG55 UMS registered?

FG55 UMS is a 2005 BMW 116, first registered on 15 October 2005.

Is FG55 UMS safe to buy?

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