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BD55 JEO

2005 BMW 118

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

164,828 mi
Last recorded164,828 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW 11891,539 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD55 JEO
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2026 164,828 miles

Nearside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear insecure

Fail 21 May 2026 164,815 miles

All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear insecure

Pass 28 Dec 2024 154,213 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Central Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened lower rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 18 Dec 2023 138,145 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2022 122,542 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2021 119,807 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2020 117,130 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2019 114,338 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2018 82,085 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2017 80,990 miles

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

Pass 11 Oct 2016 74,195 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2015 71,265 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 67,735 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2014 67,735 miles

Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Pass 12 Oct 2013 64,152 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2012 59,296 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2011 54,301 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2010 48,445 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2009 41,857 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2008 34,180 miles

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

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

nearside front tyre worn on edges

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 JEO is a 2005 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 BD55 JEO, 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 BD55 JEO registered?

BD55 JEO is a 2005 BMW 118, first registered on 1 December 2005.

Is BD55 JEO safe to buy?

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