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WV05 UYK

2005 BMW 116

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2011
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

27,549 mi
Last recorded27,549 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2010
Typical for 2005 BMW 11670,685 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV05 UYK
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 12 Jan 2010 27,549 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 14 Oct 2008 15,967 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2008 15,725 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2007 5,697 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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WV05 UYK is a 2005 BMW 116 in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 WV05 UYK, 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

How do I check the history of WV05 UYK?

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What year was WV05 UYK registered?

WV05 UYK is a 2005 BMW 116, first registered on 15 April 2005.

Is WV05 UYK safe to buy?

The MOT history for WV05 UYK shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WV05 UYK have outstanding finance?

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