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2005 BMW 118

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

148,005 mi
Last recorded148,005 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW 11891,539 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN55 CSV
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2017 148,005 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2016 139,388 miles

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

both rear tyres are on Legal limit

front brake discs have corrosion also front brake pads appear low

rear n/s shock absorber has misting of oil

surface corrosion on front n/s outer wing

Pass 25 Sep 2015 130,547 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2015 130,545 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 16 Sep 2014 120,433 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 112,056 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Sep 2012 103,064 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)

Pass 17 Sep 2011 86,728 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

brake pad warning light on.

Pass 18 Sep 2010 72,200 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 19 Sep 2009 58,327 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 29 Sep 2008 46,188 miles

Rear 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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BN55 CSV is a 2005 BMW 118 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 CSV, 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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What year was BN55 CSV registered?

BN55 CSV is a 2005 BMW 118, first registered on 8 September 2005.

Is BN55 CSV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN55 CSV shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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