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AV55 EVN

2005 BMW 118

Blue Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

77,929 mi
Last recorded77,929 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2016
Typical for 2005 BMW 11891,539 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV55 EVN
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2016 77,929 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2016 77,929 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Aug 2015 65,550 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 54,122 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Side sills covered

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Aug 2013 47,431 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 42,762 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2011 38,844 miles

brake wear warning light on

Pass 25 Aug 2010 34,914 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 30,283 miles

Centre Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 13 Aug 2008 26,046 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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AV55 EVN is a 2005 BMW 118 in Blue with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 AV55 EVN, 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

How do I check the history of AV55 EVN?

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What year was AV55 EVN registered?

AV55 EVN is a 2005 BMW 118, first registered on 9 September 2005.

Is AV55 EVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV55 EVN shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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