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KA54 AEV

2005 BMW 316

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

90,814 mi
Last recorded90,814 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW 31668,130 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKA54 AEV
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2025 90,814 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 May 2024 86,216 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2022 82,107 miles

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front & rear (0.1 (b))

Pass 10 Sep 2021 76,363 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Jan 2020 76,294 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive COOLANT (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Jan 2020 76,290 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Fluid leak, but not excessive COOLANT (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jan 2019 76,064 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jan 2018 75,643 miles

Oil leak ()

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 11 Jan 2018 75,643 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Oil leak ()

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 23 Jan 2017 75,310 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2016 74,348 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2015 67,411 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2014 59,611 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2014 59,611 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 9 Jan 2013 53,147 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2012 46,426 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2011 38,726 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2011 38,726 miles

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 21 Jan 2010 31,074 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2009 22,665 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2008 13,201 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 316?

Based on 1,210,990 MOT tests across 108,989 vehicles.

69.2%
Pass Rate
5,781
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
108,989
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 71,150
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 70,761
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 45,241
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 39,617
parking brake recording little or no effort 33,703
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KA54 AEV is a 2005 BMW 316 in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 2005 BMW 316 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.9% with a typical mileage of 68,130 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 316 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 71,150 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KA54 AEV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 316 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 21 years old, this BMW 316 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KA54 AEV registered?

KA54 AEV is a 2005 BMW 316, first registered on 22 January 2005.

Is KA54 AEV safe to buy?

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