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LV55 VLS

2005 BMW 116

Gold Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

95,558 mi
Last recorded95,558 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW 11670,685 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV55 VLS
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2005
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2017 95,558 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 13 Jun 2016 82,100 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 73,922 miles

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

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

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

nearside front tyre full of cracks

offside front tyre full of cracks in tread

Pass 16 May 2014 65,525 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 51,229 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 38,881 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 32,291 miles

o/s/f tyre worn badly on inside edge

Fail 27 May 2010 26,482 miles

Front registration plate faded (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate faded (6.3.1d)

Pass 27 May 2010 26,482 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 21,642 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2008 20,645 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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LV55 VLS is a 2005 BMW 116 in Gold with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 LV55 VLS, 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 LV55 VLS registered?

LV55 VLS is a 2005 BMW 116, first registered on 28 October 2005.

Is LV55 VLS safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV55 VLS shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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