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YG05 YWS

2005 BMW 116

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2018
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

125,082 mi
Last recorded125,082 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW 11670,685 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG05 YWS
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 30 Jun 2017 125,082 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 115,962 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules all rear (3.6.B.4e)

Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside and offside front (3.6.B.4d)

engine covers and under trays fitted restricting testers view

Pass 5 Jun 2015 109,170 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 103,694 miles
Pass 18 May 2013 94,065 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2012 85,394 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 77,295 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2010 67,452 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 55,577 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 44,935 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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YG05 YWS is a 2005 BMW 116 in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 YG05 YWS, 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 YG05 YWS registered?

YG05 YWS is a 2005 BMW 116, first registered on 21 March 2005.

Is YG05 YWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for YG05 YWS shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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