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GV05 LCF

2005 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

61,621 mi
Last recorded61,621 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2016
Typical for 2005 BMW 11670,685 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV05 LCF
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2016 61,621 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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)

Fail 28 Nov 2016 61,621 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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)

eml light on

tpms light on

Pass 10 Nov 2015 52,043 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 2 Aug 2014 47,171 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 31 Jul 2013 45,104 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 30 Jul 2012 42,813 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 23 Jul 2011 39,437 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2010 34,184 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 28,423 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2009 28,423 miles

Front Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 18 Jul 2008 21,093 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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GV05 LCF is a 2005 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 GV05 LCF, 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 GV05 LCF registered?

GV05 LCF is a 2005 BMW 116, first registered on 9 May 2005.

Is GV05 LCF safe to buy?

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