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GX55 OAJ

2005 BMW 116

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2021
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

91,097 mi
Last recorded91,097 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2020
Typical for 2005 BMW 11670,685 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX55 OAJ
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 1 Feb 2020 91,097 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2019 86,607 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2018 82,258 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2017 73,906 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2016 66,650 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2015 60,682 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2014 53,080 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2013 44,799 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2012 37,751 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2011 31,285 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2010 24,251 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2009 24,235 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2008 18,504 miles

nearside front tyre worn unevenly and bald on outer edge.both rear tyres worn bald on extreme inner edges,all tyres have stepped treads.

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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GX55 OAJ is a 2005 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 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 GX55 OAJ, 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 GX55 OAJ registered?

GX55 OAJ is a 2005 BMW 116, first registered on 2 November 2005.

Is GX55 OAJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GX55 OAJ shows 13 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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