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RJ05 BYZ

2005 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

118,671 mi
Last recorded118,671 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2015
Typical for 2005 BMW 11670,685 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ05 BYZ
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2015 118,671 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil recommended (2.7.3)

Pass 18 Dec 2014 109,476 miles

offside front tyre worn low on edges

offside rear brake binding slightly and pads wearing low - recommend servicing and maybe repairing asap

rear brake discs slightly worn

Pass 9 Dec 2013 97,090 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 12 Dec 2012 88,481 miles

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

Pass 12 Dec 2012 88,481 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2011 78,791 miles

Both rear brake disc's worn

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

Pass 25 Jan 2011 70,853 miles

Vehicle tested in wet conditions.

Fail 25 Jan 2011 70,820 miles

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

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

Vehicle tested in wet conditions.

Pass 29 Sep 2009 60,170 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 429,903 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2008 42,990 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

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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RJ05 BYZ is a 2005 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 RJ05 BYZ, 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 RJ05 BYZ registered?

RJ05 BYZ is a 2005 BMW 116, first registered on 23 March 2005.

Is RJ05 BYZ safe to buy?

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