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BD55 FMC

2005 BMW 118

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2021
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

131,103 mi
Last recorded131,103 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2020
Typical for 2005 BMW 11891,539 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD55 FMC
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2020 131,103 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2019 125,569 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside front & offside front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 26 Nov 2018 119,282 miles

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

Fail 26 Nov 2018 119,282 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 9 Dec 2017 112,943 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2016 105,691 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2015 98,474 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2014 93,383 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2013 86,365 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2012 79,279 miles

n/s/f tyre worn on outside

Pass 21 Nov 2011 71,100 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2010 62,139 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2009 53,142 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2008 42,100 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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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BD55 FMC is a 2005 BMW 118 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 BD55 FMC, 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.

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What year was BD55 FMC registered?

BD55 FMC is a 2005 BMW 118, first registered on 17 December 2005.

Is BD55 FMC safe to buy?

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