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BN05 PFF

2005 BMW 118

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

213,779 mi
Last recorded213,779 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW 11891,539 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN05 PFF
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2017 213,779 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

both rear shock absorbers showing signs of slight fluid leak

covers and trays fitted

front brake discs worn

Pass 14 Apr 2016 208,479 miles

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

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

Fail 14 Apr 2016 208,471 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Pass 17 Apr 2015 200,035 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front brake hoses are perishing.

Rear indicators are losing amber colouration.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 19 May 2014 191,616 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Front and rear indicators are starting to lose amber colouration.

Front brake hoses are perishing.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 May 2014 191,616 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front and rear indicators are starting to lose amber colouration.

Front brake hoses are perishing.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 May 2013 181,645 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 172,259 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Outer Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Unable to see rear inner brake pads

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 10 May 2012 172,259 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Outer Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Unable to see rear inner brake pads

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Apr 2011 160,768 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 147,770 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 May 2009 139,149 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2008 117,905 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2008 116,866 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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
Full BMW 118 reliability report

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BN05 PFF 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 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BN05 PFF, 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 BN05 PFF registered?

BN05 PFF is a 2005 BMW 118, first registered on 11 March 2005.

Is BN05 PFF safe to buy?

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