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RN54 CFZ

2005 BMW 116

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

131,352 mi
Last recorded131,352 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW 11670,685 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRN54 CFZ
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2017 131,352 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2017 131,255 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 12 Apr 2016 121,515 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2016 121,511 miles

Headlamp aim too low both (1.8)

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 16 Apr 2015 113,656 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 97,997 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 78,945 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)

Fail 2 Apr 2012 57,107 miles

Tyre pressure warning light on.

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 2 Apr 2012 57,107 miles

Tyre pressure warning light on.

Pass 24 Mar 2011 40,770 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 29,640 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 16 Apr 2009 24,320 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 18,909 miles

Nearside Front 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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RN54 CFZ is a 2005 BMW 116 in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 RN54 CFZ, 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 RN54 CFZ registered?

RN54 CFZ is a 2005 BMW 116, first registered on 14 January 2005.

Is RN54 CFZ safe to buy?

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