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SP55 ZTB

2005 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2021
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

122,109 mi
Last recorded122,109 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2020
Typical for 2005 BMW 11670,685 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP55 ZTB
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2020 122,109 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2019 111,883 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2019 111,883 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 23 Nov 2019 111,866 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 15 Dec 2017 111,303 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2017 111,303 miles

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

Pass 30 Sep 2016 103,653 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 95,777 miles

Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 10 Sep 2015 95,777 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 13 Mar 2014 92,351 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 2 May 2013 82,970 miles

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

engine light on

rear brake discs slightly pitted

Pass 10 May 2012 73,323 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 62,667 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 52,909 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 43,974 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 12 Mar 2008 38,615 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 ZTB is a 2005 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 ZTB, 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 ZTB registered?

SP55 ZTB is a 2005 BMW 116, first registered on 19 September 2005.

Is SP55 ZTB safe to buy?

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