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LR05 UHU

2005 BMW 116

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

122,807 mi
Last recorded122,807 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2019
Typical for 2005 BMW 11670,685 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR05 UHU
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2019 122,807 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both ()

Pass 28 Nov 2017 117,204 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2016 111,696 miles

oil leak

Fail 11 Nov 2016 111,669 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working side light (1.1.A.3b)

oil leak

Pass 12 Nov 2015 104,848 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2014 94,847 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 91,781 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 84,085 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2013 84,085 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 9 Jan 2013 82,192 miles

under shields fitted partial examination only

Fail 4 Jan 2013 82,040 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

under shields fitted partial examination only

Pass 27 Jan 2012 70,472 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2011 61,759 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2010 53,995 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2009 42,947 miles

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

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

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

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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LR05 UHU is a 2005 BMW 116 in Grey 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 LR05 UHU, 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 LR05 UHU registered?

LR05 UHU is a 2005 BMW 116, first registered on 27 May 2005.

Is LR05 UHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR05 UHU shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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