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HT05 FGU

2005 BMW 116

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

99,710 mi
Last recorded99,710 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2020
Typical for 2005 BMW 11670,685 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHT05 FGU
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2020 99,710 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2020 99,708 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Oct 2018 94,542 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2017 92,193 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2016 88,247 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 26 Nov 2015 83,025 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2014 74,787 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Nov 2013 65,310 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Fail 28 Nov 2013 65,308 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 4 Dec 2012 52,871 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Dec 2011 44,000 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2011 44,000 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Nov 2010 36,214 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 26 Nov 2009 30,924 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2008 22,838 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 20,321 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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HT05 FGU is a 2005 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 HT05 FGU, 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 HT05 FGU registered?

HT05 FGU is a 2005 BMW 116, first registered on 27 June 2005.

Is HT05 FGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for HT05 FGU shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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