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BT05 DHL

2005 BMW 118

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2021
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

266,943 mi
Last recorded266,943 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2020
Typical for 2005 BMW 11891,539 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT05 DHL
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2020 266,943 miles

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

Fail 17 Oct 2020 266,940 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 9 Oct 2019 244,610 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2019 244,610 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 12 Oct 2018 216,753 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2017 190,620 miles

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

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

Fail 16 Oct 2017 190,620 miles

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

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 14 Oct 2016 171,949 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2015 152,527 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2014 144,025 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2013 137,159 miles

nsf tyre worn low on outside edge

Pass 5 Oct 2012 128,601 miles

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

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

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

alloys damaged

both front brake hoses starting to crack

both rear tyres wearing unevenly

Fail 28 Sep 2012 128,549 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

alloys damaged

clutch/ transmission noisey

front brake hoses cracking

n/s/f shocker damp

n/s/f tyre on 2mm

n/s/r tyre on 1.6mm

o/s/r tyre on 2mm

rear tyres worn unevenly

slight wear to front discs

under covers fitted

Fail 30 Sep 2011 115,887 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 30 Sep 2011 115,887 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2010 91,379 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2010 91,379 miles

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

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

front discs liped

front pads worn low

offside front tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 30 Sep 2009 68,356 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2009 68,356 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 24 Jul 2009 67,025 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 51,108 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2008 51,109 miles

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

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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BT05 DHL is a 2005 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 BT05 DHL, 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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BT05 DHL is a 2005 BMW 118, first registered on 15 June 2005.

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