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SC54 NLE

2005 BMW 116

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2017
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

81,055 mi
Last recorded81,055 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2016
Typical for 2005 BMW 11670,685 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSC54 NLE
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 15 Mar 2016 81,055 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2015 73,777 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 5 Dec 2013 65,048 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2012 49,841 miles

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

Pass 3 Dec 2011 55,901 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2010 53,053 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2009 47,251 miles

steering and susp slight // tyres close to limit // no plate

Pass 22 Dec 2008 41,155 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2008 33,827 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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SC54 NLE is a 2005 BMW 116 in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 SC54 NLE, 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

How do I check the history of SC54 NLE?

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What year was SC54 NLE registered?

SC54 NLE is a 2005 BMW 116, first registered on 8 January 2005.

Is SC54 NLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for SC54 NLE shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SC54 NLE have outstanding finance?

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