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SP55 WRX

2005 BMW 116

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2017
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

143,614 mi
Last recorded143,614 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2016
Typical for 2005 BMW 11670,685 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2016 143,614 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 30 Apr 2015 139,073 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 6 Jan 2014 122,589 miles

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

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

Fail 6 Jan 2014 122,589 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

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

Pass 29 Nov 2012 108,132 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 14 Oct 2011 93,028 miles

nearside rear seatbelt buckle cover missing

Pass 30 Sep 2010 80,764 miles

DTC light on dash

Nearside Rear Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)

Fail 30 Sep 2010 80,764 miles

DTC light on dash

Nearside Rear Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 2 Oct 2009 66,099 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2008 53,113 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 1 Oct 2008 53,059 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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 WRX is a 2005 BMW 116 in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WRX, 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.

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What year was SP55 WRX registered?

SP55 WRX is a 2005 BMW 116, first registered on 10 September 2005.

Is SP55 WRX safe to buy?

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