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FL55 ZNZ

2005 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2023
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

171,847 mi
Last recorded171,847 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2022
Typical for 2005 BMW 11670,685 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL55 ZNZ
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2022 171,847 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2021 168,078 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2020 160,304 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Oct 2019 155,456 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 6 Oct 2018 152,183 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2017 146,566 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2016 135,584 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2015 119,145 miles

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

Pass 10 Oct 2014 109,040 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2013 100,573 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 13 Sep 2013 100,573 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2012 89,530 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)

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

Pass 3 Oct 2011 76,624 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Sep 2010 66,693 miles

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

Pass 1 Oct 2009 52,462 miles

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

Pass 10 Oct 2008 45,365 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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FL55 ZNZ is a 2005 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 FL55 ZNZ, 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 FL55 ZNZ registered?

FL55 ZNZ is a 2005 BMW 116, first registered on 10 October 2005.

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