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DG55 NSU

2005 BMW 118

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2011
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

58,403 mi
Last recorded58,403 miles
Recorded on15 May 2010
Typical for 2005 BMW 11891,539 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG55 NSU
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 May 2010 58,403 miles
Fail 15 May 2010 58,403 miles

Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

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

Pass 22 Nov 2008 55,078 miles

tyre n/s/r on 2mm

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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DG55 NSU is a 2005 BMW 118 in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 DG55 NSU, 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

How do I check the history of DG55 NSU?

You can check the full history of DG55 NSU by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was DG55 NSU registered?

DG55 NSU is a 2005 BMW 118, first registered on 22 October 2005.

Is DG55 NSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG55 NSU shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DG55 NSU have outstanding finance?

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