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RK55 ZMU

2005 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2015
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

100,808 mi
Last recorded100,808 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2014
Typical for 2005 BMW 11670,685 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK55 ZMU
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 27 Jan 2014 100,808 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2013 86,789 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Oct 2011 76,201 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Front tyres wearing on edges

Rear discs corroded

Pass 8 Sep 2010 57,851 miles

Front number plate starting to delamiate

n/s/r seat belt/buckle twisted

Pass 10 Sep 2009 44,469 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Wipers starting to smear

Pass 30 Aug 2008 32,203 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)

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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RK55 ZMU is a 2005 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 RK55 ZMU, 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 RK55 ZMU registered?

RK55 ZMU is a 2005 BMW 116, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is RK55 ZMU safe to buy?

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