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AO55 VFN

2005 BMW 118

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2019
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

141,920 mi
Last recorded141,920 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2018
Typical for 2005 BMW 11891,539 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO55 VFN
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2018 141,920 miles

Covers fitted

Emits slight blue smoke on idle

Flywheel noisy when pressed on clutch peddal

Front both tyres have cracks but not deep enough to reach ply or cords

Rear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Rear pads low

Fail 12 Sep 2018 141,916 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))

Front Headlamp aim too low Both sides (4.1.2 (a))

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c)) DANGEROUS

Covers fitted

Flywheel noisy when pressed on clutch peddal

Front both tyres have cracks but not deep enough to reach ply or cords

Rear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Rear pads low

Pass 22 Aug 2017 122,664 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 112,842 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 103,762 miles

Both Rear tyres ON the legal limit of 1.6mm

Pass 6 Jun 2014 93,335 miles

Both Rear tyres wearing close to legal limit of 1.6mm

Pass 30 May 2012 75,757 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 66,814 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 58,259 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2009 49,272 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2008 39,312 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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AO55 VFN is a 2005 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 AO55 VFN, 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.

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What year was AO55 VFN registered?

AO55 VFN is a 2005 BMW 118, first registered on 5 November 2005.

Is AO55 VFN safe to buy?

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