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FV55 LGG

2005 BMW 116

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2021
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

90,302 mi
Last recorded90,302 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2020
Typical for 2005 BMW 11670,685 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV55 LGG
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2020 90,302 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively all (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 5 Mar 2019 84,043 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2019 84,043 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Apr 2018 76,535 miles

Extensive Under-Trays & Engine Covers Fitted to Vehicle Obscuring Some Components

Pass 3 Apr 2017 66,688 miles

Engine Covers Fitted to Vehicle

Extensive Under-Trays Fitted to Vehicle

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 9 Mar 2016 60,538 miles

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

Pass 18 Dec 2014 57,537 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 4 Dec 2013 51,773 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2012 47,252 miles

Offside Front 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 12 Dec 2011 41,577 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2010 35,022 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2009 27,299 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2008 19,630 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)

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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FV55 LGG is a 2005 BMW 116 in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 FV55 LGG, 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.

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What year was FV55 LGG registered?

FV55 LGG is a 2005 BMW 116, first registered on 21 December 2005.

Is FV55 LGG safe to buy?

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