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YF55 XWG

2005 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2024
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

93,527 mi
Last recorded93,527 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2023
Typical for 2005 BMW 11670,685 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF55 XWG
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2023 93,527 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2023 93,522 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour white (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Body panel damaged and likely to cause injury (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour white (4.4.3 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 14 Nov 2022 90,352 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2022 90,347 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 29 Nov 2021 87,034 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Dec 2020 83,647 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2019 78,914 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2019 78,914 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 26 Oct 2018 76,095 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2017 73,348 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2017 73,348 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Pass 14 Oct 2016 70,290 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2015 67,387 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2014 63,314 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Nov 2013 60,026 miles

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

Pass 6 Nov 2012 55,460 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 20 Sep 2011 50,114 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2010 44,216 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Oct 2009 35,936 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2008 30,856 miles

offside and nearside rear tyres getting close to the tread indicators

tyre size is Bridgestone 205/55 R16 91H

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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YF55 XWG is a 2005 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YF55 XWG, 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 YF55 XWG registered?

YF55 XWG is a 2005 BMW 116, first registered on 6 December 2005.

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