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RN05 VKF

2005 BMW 116

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2019
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

106,758 mi
Last recorded106,758 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2018
Typical for 2005 BMW 11670,685 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRN05 VKF
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2018 106,758 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 19 Feb 2018 106,585 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 24 Feb 2017 101,950 miles

Front registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush both side (2.5.A.1c)

slight oil leak

slight smoke during acceleration

Fail 24 Feb 2017 101,950 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both side (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both side (8.2.3)

Front registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush both side (2.5.A.1c)

slight oil leak

slight smoke during acceleration

Pass 2 Oct 2015 92,375 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2014 84,074 miles

Both rear tyres worn on the inside shoulders

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 1 Oct 2014 84,064 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Both rear tyres worn on the inside shoulders

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 1 Oct 2013 70,050 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 52,301 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 43,249 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2010 39,730 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 9 Aug 2010 39,730 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 37,067 miles

Child seat fitted on nearside rear outer seat not allowing full inspection of adult seat belt.

Rear washer not squirting any water on screen.

Wettness on power steering pipe/hose from steering rack to steering pump.

Pass 19 Aug 2008 30,559 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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RN05 VKF is a 2005 BMW 116 in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 RN05 VKF, 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.

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What year was RN05 VKF registered?

RN05 VKF is a 2005 BMW 116, first registered on 19 August 2005.

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