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GF05 TOA

2005 BMW 116

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

75,279 mi
Last recorded75,279 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW 11670,685 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF05 TOA
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 75,279 miles
Fail 11 May 2026 75,275 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 May 2025 65,374 miles

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 May 2024 63,276 miles

Exhaust mounting defective rear section mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 May 2023 61,400 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 May 2022 57,838 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very bad inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge borderline pass cords are very close to being exposed need replacing now! 205/55/16/v run flat (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 May 2021 54,124 miles

slight cracking both front brake hose

Pass 11 May 2020 51,373 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 47,941 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/55/16/v run flat (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 May 2018 43,741 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2017 39,567 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 34,134 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 29,348 miles
Pass 10 May 2014 26,280 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 23,645 miles
Pass 9 May 2012 21,375 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 19,871 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 18,132 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 14,870 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 12,537 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 TOA is a 2005 BMW 116 in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 TOA, 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 TOA registered?

GF05 TOA is a 2005 BMW 116, first registered on 4 May 2005.

Is GF05 TOA safe to buy?

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