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KE05 XAD

2005 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2016
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

71,407 mi
Last recorded71,407 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2015
Typical for 2005 BMW 11670,685 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKE05 XAD
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2015 71,407 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 69,402 miles

both front tyres wearing on inner and outer edges

Pass 6 Apr 2013 61,318 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2012 53,688 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Apr 2012 53,688 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2011 43,257 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 4 Apr 2011 43,257 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 34,539 miles

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

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

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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KE05 XAD is a 2005 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KE05 XAD, 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 KE05 XAD registered?

KE05 XAD is a 2005 BMW 116, first registered on 11 March 2005.

Is KE05 XAD safe to buy?

The MOT history for KE05 XAD shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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