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GF05 TNJ

2005 BMW 116

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2023
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

86,426 mi
Last recorded86,426 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2022
Typical for 2005 BMW 11670,685 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF05 TNJ
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2022 86,426 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2021 78,660 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jan 2020 71,276 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2019 68,220 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Perishing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Perishing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 2 Feb 2018 65,361 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2017 60,436 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

under trays

Pass 29 Dec 2015 55,364 miles

child seat fitted not allowing inspection of adult seat belt

Fail 29 Dec 2015 55,364 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

child seat fitted not allowing inspection of adult seat belt

Pass 28 Jun 2014 48,716 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2013 41,953 miles

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

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

tyre pressure light is on

Pass 31 Dec 2011 37,759 miles

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

Fail 14 Oct 2010 30,767 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 14 Oct 2010 30,767 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2009 24,260 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2008 18,765 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2007 7,312 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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GF05 TNJ is a 2005 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 GF05 TNJ, 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 GF05 TNJ registered?

GF05 TNJ is a 2005 BMW 116, first registered on 21 May 2005.

Is GF05 TNJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF05 TNJ shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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