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YE55 XLN

2005 BMW 116

Blue Diesel 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2021
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

109,792 mi
Last recorded109,792 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2020
Typical for 2005 BMW 11670,685 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE55 XLN
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2020 109,792 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2019 106,820 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2019 106,820 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 31 Jul 2018 101,896 miles

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

Fail 30 Jul 2018 101,892 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Feb 2018 99,347 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Fail 14 Feb 2018 99,347 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 4 Jan 2017 93,018 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 24 Nov 2015 84,086 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2014 77,702 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2013 71,198 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Nov 2012 62,786 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2011 56,728 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2010 50,393 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2009 43,904 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2008 31,970 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2008 31,970 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

engine warning light on

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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YE55 XLN is a 2005 BMW 116 in Blue with a 1,596cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YE55 XLN, 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 YE55 XLN registered?

YE55 XLN is a 2005 BMW 116, first registered on 28 November 2005.

Is YE55 XLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for YE55 XLN shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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