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KF05 AFE

2005 BMW 116

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2024
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

162,927 mi
Last recorded162,927 miles
Recorded on23 May 2023
Typical for 2005 BMW 11670,685 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKF05 AFE
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 23 May 2023 162,927 miles

under tray fitted

Pass 1 Apr 2022 161,739 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2022 161,737 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick BOTH SIDE (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened BOTH SIDE (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick BOTH SIDE (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin BOTH SIDE (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 1 Apr 2022 161,737 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick BOTH SIDE (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened BOTH SIDE (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick BOTH SIDE (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin BOTH SIDE (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Feb 2021 159,097 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2021 159,097 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 9 Mar 2020 248,332 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Mar 2019 151,074 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2019 151,074 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Jan 2018 146,686 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2017 143,643 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 24 Feb 2016 134,150 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2015 120,731 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 13 Feb 2014 101,224 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2013 87,086 miles

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

Fail 28 Jan 2013 86,389 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 10 Jan 2012 66,230 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2012 66,230 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Aug 2011 64,439 miles

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

Pass 20 Oct 2010 58,092 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2010 58,092 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 24 Aug 2009 47,987 miles

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

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

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

Pass 10 Feb 2009 44,452 miles

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

Unable to check for corrosion on sills as undertrays are fitted.

Pass 27 Feb 2008 34,802 miles

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

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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KF05 AFE is a 2005 BMW 116 in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

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 KF05 AFE, 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 KF05 AFE registered?

KF05 AFE is a 2005 BMW 116, first registered on 3 March 2005.

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