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YT05 YUF

2005 BMW 116

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2020
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

132,841 mi
Last recorded132,841 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2019
Typical for 2005 BMW 11670,685 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYT05 YUF
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2019 132,841 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2019 132,841 miles

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

Pass 21 Dec 2018 128,418 miles

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

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Dec 2017 120,856 miles

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush inner (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Dec 2016 114,107 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Dec 2015 100,943 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2014 84,894 miles

n/s/f tyre wearing on outer edges

o/s/f tyre wearing on outer edges

Pass 13 Dec 2013 72,657 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2012 58,962 miles

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

Pass 8 Dec 2011 51,524 miles

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

Pass 20 Dec 2010 45,573 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2009 35,929 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Dec 2008 25,913 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2007 17,320 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 YUF is a 2005 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 YUF, 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 YUF registered?

YT05 YUF is a 2005 BMW 116, first registered on 29 April 2005.

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