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YT05 VML

2005 BMW 116

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2020
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

86,990 mi
Last recorded86,990 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2019
Typical for 2005 BMW 11670,685 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYT05 VML
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2019 86,990 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Jun 2017 77,562 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 66,947 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 62,056 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 55,926 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 50,841 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2012 45,372 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

brake warning light is illuminated on dash

Pass 24 May 2011 38,554 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 31,734 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 24,214 miles
Fail 20 May 2009 24,214 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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 23 May 2008 18,509 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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YT05 VML is a 2005 BMW 116 in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 YT05 VML, 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 YT05 VML registered?

YT05 VML is a 2005 BMW 116, first registered on 26 May 2005.

Is YT05 VML safe to buy?

The MOT history for YT05 VML shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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