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DS05 PYT

2005 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2019
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

159,111 mi
Last recorded159,111 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2018
Typical for 2005 BMW 11891,539 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS05 PYT
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 4 Sep 2018 159,111 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 143,529 miles

Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 12 Aug 2016 132,879 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Aug 2015 124,288 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 103,939 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 100,624 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 92,277 miles

offside rear tyre worn on inner edge.

Pass 20 Oct 2012 88,360 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 28 Oct 2011 76,626 miles

rear brake discs heavily worn

Pass 8 Nov 2010 64,203 miles

front brake discs wearing

offside front inner tyre worn,..offside rear tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 10 Oct 2009 50,243 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2008 33,948 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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DS05 PYT 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 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 DS05 PYT, 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 DS05 PYT registered?

DS05 PYT is a 2005 BMW 118, first registered on 15 August 2005.

Is DS05 PYT safe to buy?

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