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BN55 CRK

2005 BMW 118

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Sep 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

129,870 mi
Last recorded129,870 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW 11891,539 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN55 CRK
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2025 129,870 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2025 129,870 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Sep 2024 118,395 miles
Pass 13 May 2023 118,390 miles
Fail 13 May 2023 118,390 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 5 Feb 2022 116,700 miles

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

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

Fail 5 Feb 2022 116,700 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 12 Sep 2020 113,580 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2019 110,420 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2018 105,510 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2017 98,579 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 89,267 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 82,927 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 66,816 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2012 60,462 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 53,377 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2010 45,299 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2009 37,463 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2009 37,463 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Sep 2008 29,565 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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BN55 CRK 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 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 BN55 CRK, 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 BN55 CRK registered?

BN55 CRK is a 2005 BMW 118, first registered on 2 September 2005.

Is BN55 CRK safe to buy?

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