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KT05 WFR

2005 BMW 316

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2023
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

107,832 mi
Last recorded107,832 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2022
Typical for 2005 BMW 31668,130 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKT05 WFR
MakeBMW
Model316
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2022 107,832 miles

Engine oil leak, under trays and engine covers fitted

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 26 Mar 2021 97,951 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2020 89,811 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2019 78,792 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2018 67,479 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2017 64,984 miles

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

Fail 8 Sep 2017 64,984 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 10 Sep 2016 61,204 miles

rear brake pads wearing low

Pass 2 Sep 2015 57,017 miles

slight engine oil leak

steel under tray damaged

Pass 23 Aug 2014 52,355 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 47,240 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 40,985 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2012 40,985 miles

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

Fail 24 Mar 2012 38,893 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 24 Mar 2012 38,893 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 35,476 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2011 35,476 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2010 31,853 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2009 26,419 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 21,336 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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KT05 WFR is a 2005 BMW 316 in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 KT05 WFR, 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 KT05 WFR registered?

KT05 WFR is a 2005 BMW 316, first registered on 23 March 2005.

Is KT05 WFR safe to buy?

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