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HX05 WCU

2005 BMW 116

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

123,378 mi
Last recorded123,378 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2018
Typical for 2005 BMW 11670,685 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX05 WCU
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2018 123,378 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 23 Jan 2017 117,892 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jan 2016 109,399 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 15 Apr 2015 104,645 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2014 92,917 miles

n/s and the o/s front brake hoses are cracked and perished

Fail 19 Apr 2014 92,917 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

n/s and the o/s front brake hoses are cracked and perished

Pass 22 Apr 2013 79,646 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

all brake discs heavily lipped around edges

all pads wearing low

front brake hoses showing slight deteriation

minor chips in windscreen

plastic sills

stains around power steering hoses

Pass 5 Apr 2012 65,247 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

discs worn

plastic sills

Fail 5 Apr 2012 65,247 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

discs worn

plastic sills

Pass 19 Apr 2011 52,443 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 38,016 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Apr 2009 29,161 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 20,232 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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HX05 WCU is a 2005 BMW 116 in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 HX05 WCU, 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 HX05 WCU registered?

HX05 WCU is a 2005 BMW 116, first registered on 30 March 2005.

Is HX05 WCU safe to buy?

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