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PK55 WEX

2005 BMW 116

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Aug 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

79,369 mi
Last recorded79,369 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW 11670,685 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPK55 WEX
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2026 79,369 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2026 79,369 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Jul 2025 72,213 miles

Front brake pads getting low

Fail 29 Jul 2025 72,213 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Front brake pads getting low

Pass 2 Aug 2024 61,145 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Badly worn outer edge on 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Badly worn outer edge on 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Jul 2023 53,730 miles

Front tyres wearing on outer edges

Pass 13 Jul 2022 49,628 miles

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Jul 2021 49,059 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2020 48,833 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2019 48,395 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2018 46,217 miles

under tray fitted

Pass 28 Jul 2017 43,685 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2016 40,779 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 37,875 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2014 34,810 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 31,804 miles

tyre tread wear

Pass 17 Aug 2012 28,569 miles

tyre tread wear

Pass 19 Aug 2011 22,914 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2010 14,796 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2009 7,766 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2008 1,005 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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PK55 WEX is a 2005 BMW 116 in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 PK55 WEX, 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 PK55 WEX registered?

PK55 WEX is a 2005 BMW 116, first registered on 5 December 2005.

Is PK55 WEX safe to buy?

The MOT history for PK55 WEX shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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