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LA55 WWS

2005 BMW 116

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

110,145 mi
Last recorded110,145 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW 11670,685 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA55 WWS
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2025 110,145 miles

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

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

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive axle corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2023 103,901 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2023 100,207 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 11 Jan 2023 100,203 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Jan 2022 94,678 miles

Rear rear suspension corroded

exhaust heatsheild loose

undercovers fitted insection limited

Pass 18 Jan 2021 89,273 miles

Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Jan 2020 82,195 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2019 73,543 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2018 66,317 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2017 57,262 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2016 47,261 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2015 36,677 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Jan 2014 25,333 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 24,764 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Sep 2012 22,592 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2011 20,458 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2010 17,921 miles

all four tyres aged and starting to crack

Pass 24 Sep 2009 15,777 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2008 13,135 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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LA55 WWS is a 2005 BMW 116 in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 LA55 WWS, 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 LA55 WWS registered?

LA55 WWS is a 2005 BMW 116, first registered on 15 September 2005.

Is LA55 WWS safe to buy?

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