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WG55 FPU

2005 BMW 116

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2023
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

131,975 mi
Last recorded131,975 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2022
Typical for 2005 BMW 11670,685 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG55 FPU
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2022 131,975 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bottom arm bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

full under body trays fitted NOT allowing full under body inspection

Pass 11 Jun 2021 126,636 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2020 123,509 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 114,629 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 105,664 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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Fail 26 Jun 2018 105,664 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

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Pass 23 Nov 2016 93,783 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2016 93,682 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 27 Nov 2015 86,782 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2014 76,588 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2013 66,641 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2012 57,139 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2011 45,683 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2010 37,241 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2009 28,277 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2008 21,132 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 FPU 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 87.5%.

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 FPU, 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 WG55 FPU registered?

WG55 FPU is a 2005 BMW 116, first registered on 29 September 2005.

Is WG55 FPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for WG55 FPU shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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