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SN55 LUJ

2005 BMW 116

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2017
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

86,608 mi
Last recorded86,608 miles
Recorded on20 May 2016
Typical for 2005 BMW 11670,685 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSN55 LUJ
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 20 May 2016 86,608 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 76,685 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 31 Jul 2014 63,971 miles

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

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)

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

Pass 29 Jul 2013 52,140 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2012 50,454 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Dec 2011 44,253 miles

Under body panels prevent detailed inspection.

Pass 19 Jan 2011 37,820 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 35,924 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 33,263 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 27,423 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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SN55 LUJ is a 2005 BMW 116 in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 SN55 LUJ, 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 SN55 LUJ?

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What year was SN55 LUJ registered?

SN55 LUJ is a 2005 BMW 116, first registered on 6 September 2005.

Is SN55 LUJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SN55 LUJ shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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