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LB05 GYR

2005 BMW 116

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2022
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

126,163 mi
Last recorded126,163 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2021
Typical for 2005 BMW 11670,685 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB05 GYR
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2021 126,163 miles

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

Pass 23 Nov 2019 122,435 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2019 122,431 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 20 Oct 2018 120,632 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2018

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Sep 2017 118,318 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both rear arms (2.4.G.2)

eml light on dash

Fail 12 Sep 2017 118,318 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both rear arms (2.4.G.2)

eml light on dash

Pass 15 Dec 2015 100,502 miles

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of seat belt

covers fitted not allowing full inspection of covered area

Pass 16 Dec 2014 90,835 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Jun 2013 73,584 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2012 61,686 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 52,609 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 43,967 miles
Pass 27 May 2009 37,372 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 30,098 miles

Centre Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

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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LB05 GYR is a 2005 BMW 116 in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LB05 GYR, 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.

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What year was LB05 GYR registered?

LB05 GYR is a 2005 BMW 116, first registered on 30 June 2005.

Is LB05 GYR safe to buy?

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