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GF55 VRM

2005 BMW 116

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2017
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

64,483 mi
Last recorded64,483 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2016
Typical for 2005 BMW 11670,685 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF55 VRM
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 27 Oct 2016 64,483 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2015 57,924 miles

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

Pass 23 Oct 2014 49,946 miles

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

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

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

Pass 24 Oct 2013 44,326 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2012 39,531 miles

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 14 Nov 2011 34,506 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2010 29,199 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2009 23,476 miles

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

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 22 Nov 2008 17,347 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 VRM is a 2005 BMW 116 in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 GF55 VRM, 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 GF55 VRM registered?

GF55 VRM is a 2005 BMW 116, first registered on 26 November 2005.

Is GF55 VRM safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF55 VRM shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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