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YC55 YXU

2005 BMW 116

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

100,692 mi
Last recorded100,692 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2018
Typical for 2005 BMW 11670,685 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC55 YXU
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2018 100,692 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on edges (4.1.E.1)

Fail 17 Jan 2018 100,650 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on edges (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Jan 2017 92,366 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2016 76,163 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2015 72,672 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

traction control light on in amber

Fail 20 Jan 2015 72,672 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

traction control light on in amber

Pass 10 Jan 2014 66,309 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 19 Dec 2012 58,516 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Pass 12 Dec 2011 49,695 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 9 Dec 2010 40,305 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Pass 9 Dec 2010 40,305 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 10 Dec 2009 30,149 miles

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

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

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

Pass 16 Oct 2008 19,866 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 13,813 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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YC55 YXU is a 2005 BMW 116 in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 YC55 YXU, 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 YC55 YXU registered?

YC55 YXU is a 2005 BMW 116, first registered on 1 November 2005.

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