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SP55 FLR

2005 BMW 116

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2022
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

107,216 mi
Last recorded107,216 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2021
Typical for 2005 BMW 11670,685 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP55 FLR
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2021 107,216 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 5 Aug 2020 103,633 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2019 100,145 miles

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

Pass 13 Aug 2018 95,965 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2017 92,129 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 83,811 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 77,930 miles

engine covers fitted

under tray fitted

Fail 6 Aug 2015 77,930 miles

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

engine covers fitted

under tray fitted

Pass 13 Aug 2014 68,846 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2013 62,763 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2013 62,763 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 28 Nov 2012 55,513 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2011 44,227 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2010 38,328 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 33,053 miles

DSC light on.

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)

Fail 25 Sep 2009 33,053 miles

DSC light on.

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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SP55 FLR is a 2005 BMW 116 in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 SP55 FLR, 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 SP55 FLR registered?

SP55 FLR is a 2005 BMW 116, first registered on 12 December 2005.

Is SP55 FLR safe to buy?

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