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SP05 FUE

2005 BMW 116

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2022
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

119,712 mi
Last recorded119,712 miles
Recorded on17 May 2021
Typical for 2005 BMW 11670,685 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP05 FUE
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 May 2021 119,712 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2018 116,320 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2018 116,320 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Nov 2017 110,245 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2016 105,700 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2015 100,856 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2014 96,813 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Nov 2013 88,986 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 May 2012 81,719 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 79,134 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 9 May 2011 73,509 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 14 May 2010 62,260 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 27 Apr 2009 48,846 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 35,279 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2008 35,200 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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SP05 FUE 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 86.7%.

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 SP05 FUE, 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 SP05 FUE registered?

SP05 FUE is a 2005 BMW 116, first registered on 1 May 2005.

Is SP05 FUE safe to buy?

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