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YL05 XDY

2005 BMW 116

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

35,071 mi
Last recorded35,071 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW 11670,685 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL05 XDY
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2025 35,071 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Undertrays fitted

Pass 12 Aug 2024 34,450 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 11 Aug 2023 34,047 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2022 33,338 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2021 32,378 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2020 31,769 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2020 31,769 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Aug 2019 31,175 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2018 30,204 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Aug 2017 23,027 miles

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

Fail 14 Aug 2017 23,027 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 17 Aug 2016 27,265 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 25,805 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 24,277 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 22,705 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 22 Jul 2013 22,705 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Jul 2012 20,940 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Wiper blades smearing

Fail 23 Jul 2012 20,940 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Wiper blades smearing

Pass 9 Aug 2011 19,345 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 17,649 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2009 16,207 miles

Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 21 Aug 2008 14,675 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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YL05 XDY is a 2005 BMW 116 in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 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 YL05 XDY, 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 YL05 XDY registered?

YL05 XDY is a 2005 BMW 116, first registered on 22 April 2005.

Is YL05 XDY safe to buy?

The MOT history for YL05 XDY shows 22 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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