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WG55 FNA

2005 BMW 116

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

131,004 mi
Last recorded131,004 miles
Recorded on24 May 2018
Typical for 2005 BMW 11670,685 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG55 FNA
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 May 2018 131,004 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both nearside and offside (4.4.3 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both nearside and offside (4.4.3 (a))

both nearside and offside front brake hoses deteriorated slightly

nearside front tyre deteriorated

Pass 25 May 2017 122,404 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Fail 25 May 2017 122,404 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 24 May 2016 118,556 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 107,899 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

oil leak [power steering pump]small

rear inner pads getting low

Fail 3 Jun 2015 107,899 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

oil leak [power steering pump]small

rear inner pads getting low

Pass 7 Jun 2014 102,159 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 90,804 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 14 Jun 2012 72,180 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2012 72,180 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 1 Jun 2011 52,003 miles

brake pad warning light on

traction control warning light on

Pass 5 Nov 2010 47,682 miles

low brake pad warning light on

t c warning light on

Pass 13 Nov 2009 39,018 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2008 25,770 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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WG55 FNA is a 2005 BMW 116 in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 WG55 FNA, 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.

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What year was WG55 FNA registered?

WG55 FNA is a 2005 BMW 116, first registered on 28 September 2005.

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