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SP55 WUG

2005 BMW 116

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Dec 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

92,854 mi
Last recorded92,854 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2019
Typical for 2005 BMW 11670,685 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP55 WUG
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2019 92,854 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2018 84,526 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 77,817 miles

Extensive Under-Trays and Engine Covers fitted to vehicle obscuring some components

Pass 19 Sep 2016 74,327 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2016 74,323 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 15 Sep 2015 69,384 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2014 63,727 miles

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

Pass 30 Sep 2013 57,780 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2013 57,780 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 17 Aug 2012 47,566 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2012 47,566 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Pass 23 Aug 2011 36,515 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2010 26,456 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 16,338 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 6,713 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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SP55 WUG is a 2005 BMW 116 in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 WUG, 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 WUG registered?

SP55 WUG is a 2005 BMW 116, first registered on 16 September 2005.

Is SP55 WUG safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP55 WUG shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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