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TB05 CJB

2005 BMW 116

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Apr 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

143,211 mi
Last recorded143,211 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW 11670,685 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTB05 CJB
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 143,211 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2024 142,417 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2023 137,542 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2023 137,542 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 14 Dec 2022 130,942 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2021 127,438 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2020 123,666 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2019 116,101 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 107,179 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 103,180 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 99,163 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2015 96,964 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Jun 2015 96,964 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 94,389 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 91,565 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 89,898 miles
Fail 10 May 2012 89,777 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 10 May 2011 87,294 miles

front and rear pads and discs worn

Pass 20 May 2010 84,026 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 78,539 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 74,988 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

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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TB05 CJB is a 2005 BMW 116 in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 TB05 CJB, 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 TB05 CJB registered?

TB05 CJB is a 2005 BMW 116, first registered on 9 June 2005.

Is TB05 CJB safe to buy?

The MOT history for TB05 CJB shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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