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FY05 RZU

2005 BMW 116

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2016
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

93,385 mi
Last recorded93,385 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2015
Typical for 2005 BMW 11670,685 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY05 RZU
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2015 93,385 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Also has nail in (4.1.E.1)

Fail 26 Oct 2015 93,385 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Also has nail in (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Oct 2014 88,596 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2013 81,808 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2012 70,033 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 27 Feb 2012 63,983 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 60,169 miles

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

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)

Pass 17 Aug 2010 49,494 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2009 39,361 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 27 Aug 2009 39,361 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2009 39,337 miles
Pass 16 May 2009 37,520 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

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

Pass 6 Mar 2008 24,459 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2008 24,409 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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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FY05 RZU is a 2005 BMW 116 in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 FY05 RZU, 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

How do I check the history of FY05 RZU?

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What year was FY05 RZU registered?

FY05 RZU is a 2005 BMW 116, first registered on 30 March 2005.

Is FY05 RZU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY05 RZU shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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