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TG05 MEG

2005 BMW 116

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2025
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

83,203 mi
Last recorded83,203 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2024
Typical for 2005 BMW 11670,685 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTG05 MEG
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2024 83,203 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective snapped (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Jun 2023 78,547 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2022 75,387 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2021 73,317 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2020 72,238 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2019 71,162 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2018 69,629 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2017 68,149 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2016 66,570 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2014 65,136 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2013 63,712 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2012 62,100 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 16 Nov 2011 59,648 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2010 56,393 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2009 52,006 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2008 48,778 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.1.5e)

Pass 16 Aug 2008 48,778 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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TG05 MEG is a 2005 BMW 116 in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 TG05 MEG, 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 TG05 MEG registered?

TG05 MEG is a 2005 BMW 116, first registered on 27 September 2005.

Is TG05 MEG safe to buy?

The MOT history for TG05 MEG shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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