MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
112,008 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread 5 (0.1 (b))
Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides swelling under plastic coating (1.1.11 (c))
Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS
Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured and offside (4.4.3 (a))
Offside Rear Nail in tyre and deflated ()
Coolant leak ()
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
engine bay covers fitted not allowing full inspection of testable items.
underside covers fitted not allowing full inspection of some testable items.
Coolant leak ()
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
engine bay covers fitted not allowing full inspection of testable items.
underside covers fitted not allowing full inspection of some testable items.
Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
all wheels kerb marked
front number plate cracked
o/s/f tyre worn on edges close to limit
Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
all wheels kerb marked
front number plate cracked
o/s/f tyre worn on edges close to limit
bonnet only securing on 1st latch
brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Nearside Inner Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
nearside rear tyre, inner side wall has a slight tear caused by seperation or partial failure of its structure
offside front tyre inner side wall starting to split caused by seperation or partial failure of its structure
vehicle under tray fitted obscuring some testable items
How Reliable is the BMW 116?
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Top MOT Failure Points
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GJ55 VMY is a 2005 BMW 116 in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.4%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 GJ55 VMY, 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 GJ55 VMY registered?
GJ55 VMY is a 2005 BMW 116, first registered on 30 September 2005.
Is GJ55 VMY safe to buy?
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