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A15 EMD

2005 BMW 118

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jul 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

88,023 mi
Last recorded88,023 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW 11891,539 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA15 EMD
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2025 88,023 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2024 85,993 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2023 84,800 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2023 84,800 miles

Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated BOTH SIDES PERISHED & SPLIT. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

STEERING SLIGHTY STIFF DUE TO FRONT TYRES UNDER INFLATETD.

Pass 5 Jul 2022 82,823 miles

SIGHT STIFFNESS IN STEERING WHEN TURNING.

Pass 29 Jun 2021 80,884 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated BOTH FRONT HOSES (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 3 Jul 2020 79,966 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2019 78,284 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2018 75,493 miles

rear washer not working

Pass 19 Jun 2017 71,626 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 4 Jul 2016 68,134 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 64,262 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 57,246 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 52,717 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 47,735 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 32,510 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2010 29,132 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 26,024 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2008 20,802 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 118?

Based on 1,923,256 MOT tests across 197,877 vehicles.

81.5%
Pass Rate
6,893
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
197,877
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 33,763
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 14,229
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 10,699
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 8,439
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 6,974
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A15 EMD is a 2005 BMW 118 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 2005 BMW 118 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 91,539 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 118 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 33,763 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A15 EMD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 118 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 21 years old, this BMW 118 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A15 EMD registered?

A15 EMD is a 2005 BMW 118, first registered on 16 July 2005.

Is A15 EMD safe to buy?

The MOT history for A15 EMD shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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