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FY55 YTB

2005 BMW 116

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2022
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

95,884 mi
Last recorded95,884 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2021
Typical for 2005 BMW 11670,685 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY55 YTB
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 3 Dec 2021 95,884 miles

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

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

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

Pass 26 Nov 2020 86,677 miles

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

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

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

Under-trays fitted.

Pass 3 Dec 2019 85,795 miles

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

Under-trays fitted

Pass 30 Nov 2018 82,624 miles

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

Pass 5 Dec 2017 78,755 miles

all brake pipes coated in protective grease

Pass 23 Nov 2016 75,569 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 27 Nov 2015 71,508 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205/55/16 (4.1.E.1)

eml on

Pass 20 Nov 2014 66,157 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

eml on

front and rear brakepipes slightly corroded

Pass 23 Nov 2013 59,627 miles

ADVISE EML ON

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

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 24 Nov 2012 52,135 miles

Clutch pedal rubber missing

Nail in offside front tyre

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

Nearside front tyre worn on outer edge

Offside front tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 25 Nov 2011 46,231 miles

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

Pass 24 Nov 2010 39,778 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2009 36,314 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2008 32,665 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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FY55 YTB is a 2005 BMW 116 in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 YTB, 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 YTB registered?

FY55 YTB is a 2005 BMW 116, first registered on 10 November 2005.

Is FY55 YTB safe to buy?

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