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GJ05 WJM

2005 BMW 116

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

117,749 mi
Last recorded117,749 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW 11670,685 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ05 WJM
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2017 117,749 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 114,381 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 109,370 miles

Nearside Front 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 22 Aug 2014 100,716 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 21 Aug 2014 100,715 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 16 Aug 2013 93,861 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2012 86,788 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2011 78,879 miles

trims fitted to outersills

Pass 29 Aug 2010 67,486 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 58,105 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 85,105 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2008 48,390 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2007 31,446 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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GJ05 WJM is a 2005 BMW 116 in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 GJ05 WJM, 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 GJ05 WJM registered?

GJ05 WJM is a 2005 BMW 116, first registered on 29 March 2005.

Is GJ05 WJM safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJ05 WJM shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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