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FV05 BVM

2005 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

135,657 mi
Last recorded135,657 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2015
Typical for 2005 BMW 11670,685 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV05 BVM
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2015 135,657 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of some steering and suspension components

Pass 23 Sep 2014 120,595 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 23 Sep 2014 120,595 miles

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 23 Oct 2013 105,496 miles

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

Pass 23 Oct 2013 105,496 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2012 85,581 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2011 75,199 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 66,618 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2010 54,148 miles

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 20 Apr 2009 45,563 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 29,729 miles

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

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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FV05 BVM is a 2005 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 FV05 BVM, 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 FV05 BVM registered?

FV05 BVM is a 2005 BMW 116, first registered on 28 April 2005.

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