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RJ05 NZU

2005 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2024
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

97,316 mi
Last recorded97,316 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2023
Typical for 2005 BMW 11670,685 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 3 Jun 2023 97,316 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2022 93,852 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 May 2021 90,110 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 May 2020 87,607 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

nearside front end bumper and fog lamp insecure

tyre pressure light stays on

Pass 26 Mar 2019 81,697 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 74,517 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 19 Apr 2017 67,031 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 61,776 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 54,711 miles

both front tyres worn on wdges

Pass 29 Apr 2014 45,707 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Mar 2013 39,334 miles

undertrays fitted.

Pass 21 Mar 2012 35,372 miles

rear tyres wearing unevenly

Pass 10 Mar 2011 31,069 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2010 26,373 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 21,842 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 17,337 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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RJ05 NZU is a 2005 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 RJ05 NZU, 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 NZU registered?

RJ05 NZU is a 2005 BMW 116, first registered on 30 March 2005.

Is RJ05 NZU safe to buy?

The MOT history for RJ05 NZU shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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