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ST05 SDU

2005 BMW 116

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2023
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

94,807 mi
Last recorded94,807 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2022
Typical for 2005 BMW 11670,685 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationST05 SDU
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2022 94,807 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2021 92,399 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 14 Aug 2020 90,256 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2019 87,410 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 86,825 miles

slight play in engine mountings

Pass 1 Jun 2018 83,523 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 80,639 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2016 78,941 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 76,740 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 73,841 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 70,982 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 67,674 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

inner wheel tub liners fitted

plastic outer sill trims fitted

tested in wet conditions

Fail 23 Apr 2012 67,668 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

brake warning light on

inner wheel tub liners fitted

plastic outer sill trims fitted

tested in wet conditions

both rear tyres badly worn inner edge

Pass 20 May 2011 61,007 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 11 May 2010 53,332 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 11 May 2010 53,332 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 46,128 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 19 May 2008 34,116 miles

power steering pipe very damp

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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ST05 SDU is a 2005 BMW 116 in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 ST05 SDU, 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 ST05 SDU registered?

ST05 SDU is a 2005 BMW 116, first registered on 18 May 2005.

Is ST05 SDU safe to buy?

The MOT history for ST05 SDU shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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