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LN55 RUJ

2005 BMW 116

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2025
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

139,923 mi
Last recorded139,923 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2024
Typical for 2005 BMW 11670,685 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN55 RUJ
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2024 139,923 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both side (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both side (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both side (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 27 Sep 2024 139,923 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both side (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both side (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both side (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour both side (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Oct 2023 128,771 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated BOTH SIDE (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured BOTH SIDE (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 4 Oct 2022 111,935 miles

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Oct 2021 103,135 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2021 103,135 miles

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Oct 2020 98,775 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Oct 2019 93,465 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2018 89,453 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2017 86,011 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2016 83,089 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2015 77,290 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2015 77,278 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Sep 2014 68,871 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 60,145 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 53,892 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2012 53,878 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Sep 2011 43,906 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 36,781 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 30,873 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2008 24,160 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2008 24,160 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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LN55 RUJ is a 2005 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LN55 RUJ, 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 LN55 RUJ registered?

LN55 RUJ is a 2005 BMW 116, first registered on 1 September 2005.

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