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WM05 DWU

2005 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2018
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

96,775 mi
Last recorded96,775 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW 11670,685 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWM05 DWU
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2017 96,775 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 87,463 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2016 87,449 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 9.74%VOL (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive 9.92%VOL (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive 361ppm (7.3.D.3)

Pass 29 Sep 2015 85,273 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

engine cover & undertrays hiding some components

minor cuts on n/s/f tyre sidewall

n/s undertray loose

Pass 29 Oct 2014 80,974 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2014 80,974 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Power steering fluid level low, but not below minimum (2.3.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

both rear mud flaps broken

Pass 20 Jun 2013 74,653 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 20 Jun 2013 74,653 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 13 Jul 2012 70,101 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2012 70,101 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

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

Pass 1 Jun 2011 59,892 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 49,207 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2009 35,775 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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WM05 DWU is a 2005 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WM05 DWU, 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 WM05 DWU registered?

WM05 DWU is a 2005 BMW 116, first registered on 31 December 2005.

Is WM05 DWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for WM05 DWU shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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