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CN05 UMT

2005 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2023
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

145,214 mi
Last recorded145,214 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2022
Typical for 2005 BMW 11891,539 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCN05 UMT
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2022 145,214 miles

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Pass 17 Sep 2020 135,237 miles

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 17 Sep 2020 135,237 miles

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 1 Mar 2019 124,845 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2019 124,845 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Mar 2018 115,706 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 105,285 miles

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)

Fail 20 Mar 2017 105,252 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Wheel bolt(s) missing 1 bolt missing from each wheel. (4.2.A.1e)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

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

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

Pass 31 Dec 2015 97,609 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2014 78,173 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 8 Jul 2014 78,173 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 67,997 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 58,934 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jun 2011 48,656 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 39,106 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2009 32,128 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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CN05 UMT is a 2005 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 CN05 UMT, 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 CN05 UMT registered?

CN05 UMT is a 2005 BMW 118, first registered on 16 June 2005.

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