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VK05 SUA

2005 BMW 116

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

92,471 mi
Last recorded92,471 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2020
Typical for 2005 BMW 11670,685 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK05 SUA
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2020 92,471 miles

Brake pedal a little stiff when applied but not effecting braking system

Fail 21 Jan 2020 92,470 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Brake pedal a little stiff when applied but not effecting braking system

Pass 30 Jan 2019 87,180 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated perishing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated perishing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 30 Jan 2019 87,178 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated perishing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated perishing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 9 Jan 2018 79,704 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 9 Jan 2018 79,704 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt rear (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

parking brake warning lamp illuminated

Pass 27 Jan 2017 72,844 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2016 71,247 miles

Offside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 29 Jul 2015 68,490 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 64,813 miles

front brake hose starting to perish

near side front worn low on edge

near side rear tyre worn low

off side rear tyre worn

Pass 23 Jul 2013 56,231 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2012 43,977 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Mar 2011 35,258 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 29,184 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2009 22,824 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 16,622 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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VK05 SUA is a 2005 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 VK05 SUA, 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 VK05 SUA registered?

VK05 SUA is a 2005 BMW 116, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is VK05 SUA safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK05 SUA shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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