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BF05 RUO

2005 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2024
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

167,706 mi
Last recorded167,706 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2023
Typical for 2005 BMW 11891,539 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF05 RUO
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2023 167,706 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2022 159,460 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Direction indicator slightly discoloured both rear (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear inner wheel arch damp,possibly due to over filled tank

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

Rear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

brake warning light on due to offside rear pad sensor damaged

Fail 2 Aug 2022 159,456 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall multiple bulges (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Direction indicator slightly discoloured both rear (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear inner wheel arch damp,possibly due to over filled tank

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

Rear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

brake warning light on due to offside rear pad sensor damaged

Pass 23 Jul 2021 151,677 miles

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

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

Offside Rear inner wheel arch area damp due to possible fuel over spill

Pass 6 Aug 2020 144,157 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Aug 2019 136,644 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2019 136,590 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop link (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 6 Aug 2018 128,992 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2018 128,956 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 5 Aug 2017 121,605 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 114,890 miles

n/s/r tyre worn on edges

Pass 27 Jul 2015 107,217 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2014 100,814 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 31 Jul 2013 90,359 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

suspect fuel leak from tank

Pass 8 Aug 2012 78,544 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2011 67,571 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2010 55,861 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2010 55,861 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 28 Jul 2009 43,290 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2008 28,867 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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BF05 RUO is a 2005 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 BF05 RUO, 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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BF05 RUO is a 2005 BMW 118, first registered on 31 March 2005.

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