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DG55 YMK

2005 BMW 118

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2023
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

162,409 mi
Last recorded162,409 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2022
Typical for 2005 BMW 11891,539 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG55 YMK
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2022 162,409 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Fail 25 Aug 2022 162,409 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 2 Sep 2021 154,860 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Electrical wiring insulation slightly damaged or deteriorated (4.11 (c) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Fail 10 Jul 2021 154,856 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Feb 2019 154,657 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2018 145,665 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2016 142,272 miles

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

Pass 23 Nov 2015 129,380 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2014 119,461 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2014 119,459 miles

Centre Rear Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Centre Rear registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front /rear bumper missing

Pass 6 Nov 2013 110,185 miles

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

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)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 13 Nov 2012 101,739 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2011 92,602 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2010 83,569 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2010 83,569 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 11 Nov 2009 74,531 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2009 74,531 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Pass 14 Nov 2008 61,303 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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DG55 YMK is a 2005 BMW 118 in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 YMK, 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 DG55 YMK registered?

DG55 YMK is a 2005 BMW 118, first registered on 16 November 2005.

Is DG55 YMK safe to buy?

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