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DA05 EFP

2005 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

121,012 mi
Last recorded121,012 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2016
Typical for 2005 BMW 11891,539 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA05 EFP
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2016 121,012 miles

both wipers smearing slightly

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Fail 26 Jul 2016 121,012 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

both wipers smearing slightly

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Fail 30 Jun 2015 114,907 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2015 114,907 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 109,718 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Jun 2013 93,091 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 84,522 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jun 2011 81,496 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2011 81,496 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 15 Jun 2010 76,638 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2009 68,072 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 51,302 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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DA05 EFP is a 2005 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 DA05 EFP, 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 DA05 EFP registered?

DA05 EFP is a 2005 BMW 118, first registered on 27 June 2005.

Is DA05 EFP safe to buy?

The MOT history for DA05 EFP shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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