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AY05 YFS

2005 BMW 118

Grey Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Sep 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

84,774 mi
Last recorded84,774 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW 11891,539 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY05 YFS
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2025 84,774 miles

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Aug 2024 70,238 miles

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

Nearside Rear tyre is not a run flat all other tyres are run flats

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge near the limit (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Aug 2024 70,238 miles

Nearside Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Lower Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Lower Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Upper Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear tyre is not a run flat all other tyres are run flats

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge near the limit (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2023 66,565 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2022 62,222 miles

Oil leaks.

Rear indicators starting to fade.

Suspect brake pipes corroded unable to inspect fully due to being coated.

Pass 23 Oct 2021 57,314 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front brake pipes swollen (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rear brake pipes swollen (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2020 53,682 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front pipes corroding under paint (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Rear brake pipes corroding under paint (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 9 Nov 2019 51,941 miles

N/S/R metal brake pipe coating swollen , suspect pipe corrosion

O/S/R metal brake pipe coating swollen , suspect pipe corrosion

Pass 26 Oct 2018 50,648 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2017 48,585 miles

N/S/R metal brake pipe coating swollen , suspect pipe corrosion

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

O/S/R metal brake pipe coating swollen . suspect pipe corrosion

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

Pass 27 Oct 2016 47,043 miles

Both front tyres heavily worn on edges.

Nails in o/s/r tyre.

Pass 6 Nov 2015 44,229 miles

front tyres worn on edges.

Pass 30 Oct 2014 39,435 miles

trims fitted to outersills

Pass 25 Oct 2013 33,749 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2012 26,388 miles

sill covers and under trays fitted

unable to view rear coil springs fully

Pass 14 Nov 2011 15,369 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 14,456 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2010 11,861 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2009 9,655 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2008 7,000 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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AY05 YFS is a 2005 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 AY05 YFS, 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 AY05 YFS registered?

AY05 YFS is a 2005 BMW 118, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is AY05 YFS safe to buy?

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