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DU55 FSD

2005 BMW 118

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2023
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

136,555 mi
Last recorded136,555 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2022
Typical for 2005 BMW 11891,539 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU55 FSD
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2022 136,555 miles

ALL BRAKES IN POOR CONDITION

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 13 Jan 2021 128,952 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2021 128,943 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Pass 11 Jul 2019 107,749 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jul 2018 105,914 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2017 98,236 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 89,658 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 81,209 miles

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

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

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

Pass 28 Jun 2014 73,299 miles

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 24 Jun 2013 65,932 miles

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

f/o/s tyre cut

Pass 28 Jun 2012 55,307 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 45,422 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2010 37,973 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 31,434 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 29 Aug 2008 26,778 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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DU55 FSD is a 2005 BMW 118 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 DU55 FSD, 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 DU55 FSD registered?

DU55 FSD is a 2005 BMW 118, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is DU55 FSD safe to buy?

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