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RK05 USU

2005 BMW 116

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

136,883 mi
Last recorded136,883 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2018
Typical for 2005 BMW 11670,685 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK05 USU
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2018 136,883 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2018 136,883 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

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

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

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Power steering noisy and notchy

near side rear wheel has slight bind

tail lights are not matched pair

tyre pressure warning illuminated

washers are weak

Pass 30 Nov 2017 122,957 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2016 103,241 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 90,651 miles

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

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

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Jul 2014 82,101 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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Jul 2013 73,668 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Jul 2012 64,718 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 55,657 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2011 52,559 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2010 47,453 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 42,316 miles

Both the front tyres are on the legal limit and need changing

Pass 15 May 2008 31,382 miles

both front tyres low tread on outer edges

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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RK05 USU is a 2005 BMW 116 in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 RK05 USU, 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 RK05 USU registered?

RK05 USU is a 2005 BMW 116, first registered on 11 March 2005.

Is RK05 USU safe to buy?

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