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BC05 OZH

2005 BMW 118

Brown Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2016
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

100,501 mi
Last recorded100,501 miles
Recorded on15 May 2015
Typical for 2005 BMW 11891,539 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBC05 OZH
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2005
ColourBrown
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 May 2015 100,501 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 May 2014 81,496 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Apr 2013 64,162 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2012 48,224 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Feb 2011 40,157 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2010 31,652 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 15 Feb 2010 31,652 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2009 23,786 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2008 16,038 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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BC05 OZH is a 2005 BMW 118 in Brown with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 BC05 OZH, 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 BC05 OZH registered?

BC05 OZH is a 2005 BMW 118, first registered on 20 May 2005.

Is BC05 OZH safe to buy?

The MOT history for BC05 OZH shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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