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KC55 DDF

2005 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Oct 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

91,422 mi
Last recorded91,422 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW 11670,685 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKC55 DDF
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2025 91,422 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2024 87,170 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2023 83,451 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

Pass 23 Jun 2022 79,616 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2021 75,144 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2021 75,145 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Jun 2020 67,261 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 64,338 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 60,507 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2018 60,507 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 Mar 2017 50,847 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 40,533 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer thread area (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 31 Oct 2014 28,807 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2013 12,999 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2012 11,572 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Pass 18 Nov 2011 10,943 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Pass 10 Nov 2010 9,727 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2009 8,009 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2008 5,830 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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KC55 DDF is a 2005 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 KC55 DDF, 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 KC55 DDF registered?

KC55 DDF is a 2005 BMW 116, first registered on 19 November 2005.

Is KC55 DDF safe to buy?

The MOT history for KC55 DDF shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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