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KG05 ZFP

2005 BMW 316

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

73,055 mi
Last recorded73,055 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2015
Typical for 2005 BMW 31668,130 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKG05 ZFP
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2015 73,055 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 13 Aug 2015 73,055 miles

Offside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Aug 2014 57,663 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 57,600 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 53,684 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2012 47,321 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 15 Mar 2012 47,321 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 40,775 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2010 34,483 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Mar 2009 27,232 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2008 20,192 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2008 20,192 miles

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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KG05 ZFP is a 2005 BMW 316 in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 KG05 ZFP, 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 KG05 ZFP registered?

KG05 ZFP is a 2005 BMW 316, first registered on 17 March 2005.

Is KG05 ZFP safe to buy?

The MOT history for KG05 ZFP shows 12 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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