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RX05 ZST

2005 BMW 116

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

85,110 mi
Last recorded85,110 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2018
Typical for 2005 BMW 11670,685 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX05 ZST
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2018 85,110 miles

undercovers fitted

Pass 6 Jan 2017 78,279 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 18 Dec 2015 75,129 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2015 69,625 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2013 56,198 miles

front brake hoses perishing

Pass 19 Nov 2012 50,510 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2012 50,496 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Nov 2011 44,131 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2011 44,115 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Pass 22 Oct 2010 40,073 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 2 Oct 2009 34,766 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2008 28,889 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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RX05 ZST is a 2005 BMW 116 in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 RX05 ZST, 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 RX05 ZST registered?

RX05 ZST is a 2005 BMW 116, first registered on 20 June 2005.

Is RX05 ZST safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX05 ZST shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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