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GJ05 WKM

2005 BMW 116

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2025
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

113,525 mi
Last recorded113,525 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2024
Typical for 2005 BMW 11670,685 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ05 WKM
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 29 Jul 2024 113,525 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Jul 2023 96,984 miles

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

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

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

Pass 30 Jul 2022 82,072 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2020 65,668 miles

DENT TO N/S/R WING

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Apr 2019 48,146 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Sep 2018 41,082 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2017 31,877 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 31,265 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 30,740 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 30,020 miles

Front wiper blade rubber starting to wear

Pass 14 Aug 2013 29,379 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 28,495 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 27,991 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 27,205 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 26,443 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 24,355 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2007 22,336 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2007 22,327 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 WKM is a 2005 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 GJ05 WKM, 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 GJ05 WKM registered?

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

Is GJ05 WKM safe to buy?

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