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MA05 DXS

2005 BMW 116

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2012
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

105,693 mi
Last recorded105,693 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2011
Typical for 2005 BMW 11670,685 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA05 DXS
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 6 Dec 2011 105,693 miles

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

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 3 Dec 2010 85,056 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 54,274 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 39,830 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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MA05 DXS is a 2005 BMW 116 in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 MA05 DXS, 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

How do I check the history of MA05 DXS?

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What year was MA05 DXS registered?

MA05 DXS is a 2005 BMW 116, first registered on 11 March 2005.

Is MA05 DXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for MA05 DXS shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MA05 DXS have outstanding finance?

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