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CT55 HWO

2005 BMW 118

Blue Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2023
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

127,446 mi
Last recorded127,446 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2022
Typical for 2005 BMW 11891,539 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCT55 HWO
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2022 127,446 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Dec 2021 120,616 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Nov 2020 107,717 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside rear outer and both front perished (advise replace) (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn and has a corroded lip (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material between flex hoses (advise replace) (1.1.11 (c))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive minor leak @ engine - advise repair (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule 2 x inner and 2 x outer (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all bushes at rear deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge advise monitor and replace when required (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres have cracks between treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 19 Nov 2020 107,717 miles

Offside Rear Outer Brake hose excessively damaged large cut (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside rear outer and both front perished (advise replace) (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn and has a corroded lip (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material between flex hoses (advise replace) (1.1.11 (c))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive minor leak @ engine - advise repair (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule 2 x inner and 2 x outer (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all bushes at rear deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge advise monitor and replace when required (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres have cracks between treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Nov 2019 90,964 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2018 86,612 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2018 86,612 miles

Offside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Pass 27 Nov 2017 72,760 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2016 62,135 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2015 49,817 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2014 41,154 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2013 38,128 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2012 35,801 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2012 35,801 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Nov 2011 30,382 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2010 22,670 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2010 22,670 miles

Centre Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 27 Nov 2009 14,857 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2008 9,991 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2008 9,991 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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CT55 HWO is a 2005 BMW 118 in Blue with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 CT55 HWO, 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 CT55 HWO registered?

CT55 HWO is a 2005 BMW 118, first registered on 24 November 2005.

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