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Y9 HSE

2005 BMW 116

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

106,820 mi
Last recorded106,820 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW 11670,685 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY9 HSE
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2017 106,820 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 96,965 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 84,571 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2014 84,571 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Pass 3 Sep 2013 77,420 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 70,253 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 64,946 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 57,476 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 46,531 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 34,682 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2008 34,682 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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Y9 HSE is a 2005 BMW 116 in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 Y9 HSE, 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 Y9 HSE registered?

Y9 HSE is a 2005 BMW 116, first registered on 8 October 2005.

Is Y9 HSE safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y9 HSE shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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