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X24 SEL

2005 BMW 116

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2021
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

78,349 mi
Last recorded78,349 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2019
Typical for 2005 BMW 11670,685 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX24 SEL
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 19 Jul 2019 78,349 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

under trays

Pass 31 Jan 2018 68,339 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin on both sides (3.5.1g)

Pass 22 Aug 2016 58,644 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 54,846 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Pass 1 Sep 2014 50,245 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Aug 2013 47,304 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in offside front tyre

Pass 10 Aug 2012 45,218 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Pass 15 Aug 2011 42,754 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2010 40,539 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 34,869 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2008 26,697 miles

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

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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X24 SEL is a 2005 BMW 116 in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 X24 SEL, 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 X24 SEL?

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What year was X24 SEL registered?

X24 SEL is a 2005 BMW 116, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is X24 SEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for X24 SEL shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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