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SN54 MVZ

2005 BMW 116

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

81,985 mi
Last recorded81,985 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW 11670,685 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSN54 MVZ
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2017 81,985 miles

Front Oil leak ()

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Front Tyre has cuts on inner & outer wall.

Rear N/S & O/S Tyre has cuts on outer wall

Pass 15 Feb 2016 82,167 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 16 Feb 2015

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

Fail 23 Aug 2013 64,397 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 23 Aug 2013 64,397 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Aug 2012 58,983 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 52,613 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2010 46,298 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2009 39,703 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2008 35,882 miles

brake pad lamp on

Pass 9 Feb 2008 28,969 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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SN54 MVZ is a 2005 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 SN54 MVZ, 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 SN54 MVZ registered?

SN54 MVZ is a 2005 BMW 116, first registered on 1 November 2005.

Is SN54 MVZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SN54 MVZ shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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