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GF55 NFZ

2005 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2022
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

120,588 mi
Last recorded120,588 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2021
Typical for 2005 BMW 11670,685 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF55 NFZ
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2021 120,588 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 23 Nov 2020 120,086 miles

parking brake lever slightly high

rear wiper blade missing

Pass 28 Jan 2020 116,018 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Jan 2020 115,995 miles

Nearside Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Nov 2018 106,247 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2017 96,755 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2016 94,233 miles

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

Pass 11 Nov 2015 91,774 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted obstructing inspection of components

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 12 Mar 2014 86,175 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Sep 2012 71,372 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2012 71,372 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Mar 2011 55,134 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2010 43,930 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 41,321 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2008 35,037 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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GF55 NFZ is a 2005 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 GF55 NFZ, 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.

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What year was GF55 NFZ registered?

GF55 NFZ is a 2005 BMW 116, first registered on 30 November 2005.

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