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SL05 VVH

2005 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2021
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

86,261 mi
Last recorded86,261 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2019
Typical for 2005 BMW 11670,685 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL05 VVH
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 3 Jul 2019 86,261 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2018 78,533 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2017 70,865 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 66,232 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 60,009 miles

OSR brake disc corroded

Pass 15 Jul 2014 54,340 miles

Front tyres wearing low on edges

Pass 22 Jul 2013 51,997 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jul 2012 47,215 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2011 40,640 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2010 33,598 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jul 2009 27,774 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 21,306 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)

Offside 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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SL05 VVH is a 2005 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 SL05 VVH, 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 SL05 VVH registered?

SL05 VVH is a 2005 BMW 116, first registered on 16 April 2005.

Is SL05 VVH safe to buy?

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