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AY55 MLF

2005 BMW 118

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2011
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

84,944 mi
Last recorded84,944 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2010
Typical for 2005 BMW 11891,539 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY55 MLF
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 25 Sep 2010 84,944 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2009 72,672 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 8 Sep 2008 60,960 miles

disc pads worn

front tyre treads worn on edge

windscreen damaged

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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AY55 MLF is a 2005 BMW 118 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 AY55 MLF, 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 AY55 MLF?

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What year was AY55 MLF registered?

AY55 MLF is a 2005 BMW 118, first registered on 22 September 2005.

Is AY55 MLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY55 MLF shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AY55 MLF have outstanding finance?

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