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FY55 VJN

2005 BMW 116

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Dec 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

119,498 mi
Last recorded119,498 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2019
Typical for 2005 BMW 11670,685 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY55 VJN
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2019 119,498 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2018 115,626 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2017 110,041 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2016 101,868 miles

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

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)

Pass 27 Jun 2015 96,241 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2014 90,092 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2014 87,142 miles

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

Nearside front tyre wearing at edges

Pass 7 Jan 2013 81,609 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2011 80,842 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 12 Dec 2011 80,842 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2010 72,050 miles

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

Fail 20 Nov 2010 72,043 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 13 Nov 2009 61,229 miles

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

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

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

slight damage to offside front wheel on inner rim

Pass 11 Nov 2008 46,867 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2008 46,867 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside 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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FY55 VJN is a 2005 BMW 116 in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FY55 VJN, 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 FY55 VJN registered?

FY55 VJN is a 2005 BMW 116, first registered on 16 November 2005.

Is FY55 VJN safe to buy?

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