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KV55 XLP

2005 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2024
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

115,961 mi
Last recorded115,961 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2023
Typical for 2005 BMW 11670,685 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV55 XLP
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 23 Mar 2023 115,961 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Mar 2022 108,535 miles

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

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 29 Jan 2021 102,037 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement suspension arm front bush has slight wear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement suspension arm front bush has slight wear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jan 2020 97,121 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush has wear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jan 2019 90,044 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated slightly cracked/perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front tyre slightly cracked/perished

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated slightly cracked/perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front tyre slightly cracked/perished

Pass 26 Jul 2017 83,192 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 74,850 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 69,842 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014

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

Pass 30 Jan 2013 42,499 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2012 32,062 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2011 31,709 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2010 27,509 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2009 23,399 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2008 19,252 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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KV55 XLP is a 2005 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 KV55 XLP, 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 KV55 XLP registered?

KV55 XLP is a 2005 BMW 116, first registered on 17 December 2005.

Is KV55 XLP safe to buy?

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