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DE05 LSU

2005 BMW 118

Silver Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2022
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

74,486 mi
Last recorded74,486 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2021
Typical for 2005 BMW 11891,539 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE05 LSU
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 1 Jul 2021 74,486 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2019 72,715 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2018 70,702 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2017 69,842 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2016 69,032 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2015 66,725 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2014 64,628 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2013 60,784 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2012 58,141 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2011 56,377 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2010 54,817 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2009 53,714 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2008 50,906 miles

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

full underside covers fitted

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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DE05 LSU is a 2005 BMW 118 in Silver with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 DE05 LSU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DE05 LSU registered?

DE05 LSU is a 2005 BMW 118, first registered on 22 June 2005.

Is DE05 LSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE05 LSU shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DE05 LSU have outstanding finance?

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