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HW55 EMF

2005 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2020
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

124,463 mi
Last recorded124,463 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2019
Typical for 2005 BMW 11670,685 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW55 EMF
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2019 124,463 miles

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

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

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

Pass 10 Dec 2018 117,711 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2017 109,681 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2017 109,681 miles

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm all four tyres (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Nov 2016 108,839 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2015 103,467 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak

Pass 2 Dec 2014 95,729 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 30 Nov 2013 82,892 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2012 70,286 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 12 Dec 2011 61,046 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2010 49,820 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

engine management light indicates fault

washers frozen

Pass 14 Dec 2009 36,786 miles

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

Pass 29 Aug 2008 26,827 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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HW55 EMF is a 2005 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 HW55 EMF, 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 HW55 EMF registered?

HW55 EMF is a 2005 BMW 116, first registered on 9 September 2005.

Is HW55 EMF safe to buy?

The MOT history for HW55 EMF shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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