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AV05 HZB

2005 BMW 118

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2023
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

197,352 mi
Last recorded197,352 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2022
Typical for 2005 BMW 11891,539 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV05 HZB
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2022 197,352 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2021 183,308 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 27 Feb 2020 176,790 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Feb 2020 176,790 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Feb 2019 172,247 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2018 169,129 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2017 164,843 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2017 164,843 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 23 Mar 2016 158,457 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2015 152,133 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2015 152,060 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 29 Mar 2014 145,895 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 16 Mar 2013 139,143 miles

Nearside Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 16 Mar 2012 132,204 miles

n/s/r tyre on limit requires urgent attention

Pass 25 Mar 2011 103,730 miles

under body covered in trims

Pass 23 Mar 2010 84,032 miles

child seat fitted/sills covered by plastic trim/underbody covered in plastic trims

Pass 27 Mar 2009 68,012 miles

unable to see rear springs fully/ under body covered in plastic trims/ rear tyres close to legal limit/

Pass 28 Mar 2008 46,132 miles

under vehicle coverd b y plastic trims/ front tyres worn on edges/

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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AV05 HZB is a 2005 BMW 118 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 AV05 HZB, 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 AV05 HZB registered?

AV05 HZB is a 2005 BMW 118, first registered on 30 March 2005.

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