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SM05 KXP

2005 BMW 116

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2021
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

74,213 mi
Last recorded74,213 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2020
Typical for 2005 BMW 11670,685 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM05 KXP
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2020 74,213 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2019 66,297 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2018 55,399 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2017 50,220 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 49,830 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 48,980 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 47,727 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 16 Jul 2014 47,726 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Jul 2013 44,904 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

slight damage to n/s/f tyre outer sidewall

Pass 25 Jul 2012 41,799 miles

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

Rear mudguard insecure

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Jul 2011 38,183 miles

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

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

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

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

Plastic sills and undertrays fiited to vehicle

Pass 26 Jul 2010 34,359 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 29,720 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 24,283 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2007 18,687 miles

FRONT N/S INNER BRAKE PADS ARE VERY LOW

nail in the rear n/s tyre

rear tyres wearing on the edges

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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SM05 KXP is a 2005 BMW 116 in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 SM05 KXP, 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 SM05 KXP registered?

SM05 KXP is a 2005 BMW 116, first registered on 11 May 2005.

Is SM05 KXP safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM05 KXP shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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