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S26 RLN

2005 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2023
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

147,279 mi
Last recorded147,279 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2022
Typical for 2005 BMW 11670,685 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS26 RLN
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2022 147,279 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 30 Nov 2020 141,587 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Offside and nearside both perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 20 Aug 2019 133,333 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 24 Aug 2018 122,570 miles

Both front brake hoses slightly deteriorated

Pass 24 Aug 2017 115,479 miles

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

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

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

Pass 25 Aug 2016 107,280 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear cut in sidewall but no cord showing

Fail 25 Aug 2016 107,280 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear cut in sidewall but no cord showing

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

Pass 20 Aug 2015 99,128 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear child seat fitted

Pass 2 Oct 2014 89,470 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Oct 2013 81,960 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in offside front tyre

Rear tyres cracking

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Uneven wear on inner edge of nearside front tyre (snow tyre)

Fail 3 Oct 2013 81,960 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in offside front tyre

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear tyres cracking

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Uneven wear on inner edge of nearside front tyre (snow tyre)

Pass 20 Sep 2012 77,789 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 66,678 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2010 62,127 miles

brake wear lamp on

tyre warnning lamp on

Fail 23 Sep 2010 62,127 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

brake wear lamp on

tyre warnning lamp on

Pass 22 Sep 2009 56,943 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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)

Fail 21 Sep 2009 56,943 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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)

nearside rear brake pads down to metal

Fail 19 Sep 2009 56,904 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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

near side rear wheel slight damage

Pass 19 Sep 2008 52,221 miles

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

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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S26 RLN is a 2005 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 S26 RLN, 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 S26 RLN registered?

S26 RLN is a 2005 BMW 116, first registered on 11 May 2005.

Is S26 RLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for S26 RLN shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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