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Y38 MKU

2005 BMW 116

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2023
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

138,798 mi
Last recorded138,798 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2022
Typical for 2005 BMW 11670,685 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY38 MKU
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2022 138,798 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 18 Aug 2022 138,731 miles

All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt front arm (chalked) (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (chalked) (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps n.s missing . o.s not working (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 12 Aug 2021 133,129 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2020 129,259 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2019 118,598 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

brake pipes corroded in places

Pass 8 Aug 2018 107,947 miles

Rear exhaust bracket insecure

Fail 8 Aug 2018 107,947 miles

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Rear exhaust bracket insecure

Pass 11 Aug 2017 99,934 miles

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

Rear exhaust mounting bracket broke

Pass 2 Aug 2016 93,774 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 83,925 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

Pass 2 Aug 2014 75,086 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2014 75,085 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 2 Aug 2013 67,814 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 61,078 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2011 54,392 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2010 40,302 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2009 33,550 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

washers poor

Pass 14 Nov 2008 29,120 miles

both rear door handles sticking

nearside front door handle sticking

Fail 14 Nov 2008 29,120 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

both rear door handles sticking

nearside front door handle sticking

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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Y38 MKU is a 2005 BMW 116 in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 Y38 MKU, 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 Y38 MKU registered?

Y38 MKU is a 2005 BMW 116, first registered on 19 November 2005.

Is Y38 MKU safe to buy?

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