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BL54 YVC

2005 BMW 118

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

134,004 mi
Last recorded134,004 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2016
Typical for 2005 BMW 11891,539 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL54 YVC
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2016 134,004 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2015 126,012 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit OUTER EDGE WORN BUT NO CORDS SHOWING (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Sep 2014 117,775 miles

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)

Pass 14 Sep 2013 108,518 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 15 Sep 2012 100,653 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

both front flexi hoses starting to perish / crack

Pass 15 Sep 2012 100,653 miles

both front flexi hoses starting to perish / crack

Pass 15 Sep 2011 92,482 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 25 Aug 2010 79,124 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2009 71,893 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2008 100,312 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2008 100,311 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nail in o/s/f tyre

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

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

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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BL54 YVC is a 2005 BMW 118 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 BL54 YVC, 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 BL54 YVC registered?

BL54 YVC is a 2005 BMW 118, first registered on 28 January 2005.

Is BL54 YVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for BL54 YVC shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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