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DU55 XWG

2005 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2022
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

215,019 mi
Last recorded215,019 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2021
Typical for 2005 BMW 11891,539 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU55 XWG
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2021 215,019 miles

Bonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated (3.1 (c))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s/r and o/s/r (1.1.11 (c))

Direction indicator slightly discoloured both rear (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint (2.1.5 (a))

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

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both front (5.3.2 (d))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened n/s/r and o/s/r (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

clutch duel mass vibration ?

rear diff excessive oil leak / mounting bushes worn

Fail 9 Nov 2021 214,982 miles

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

Bonnet primary retaining device ineffective (3.1 (c))

Brake hose excessively damaged n/s/r and o/s/r split (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases joint (6.1.2 (a))

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt damaged (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Parking brake inoperative on one side both rear (1.4.1 (a))

Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect both rear (5.3.2 (d))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s/r and o/s/r (1.1.11 (c))

Direction indicator slightly discoloured both rear (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint (2.1.5 (a))

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

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both front (5.3.2 (d))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened n/s/r and o/s/r (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

clutch duel mass vibration ?

rear diff excessive oil leak / mounting bushes worn

Pass 10 Nov 2020 184,123 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2020 184,123 miles

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn center (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 3 Sep 2019 170,078 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2018 151,871 miles

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

Pass 19 Oct 2017 130,174 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 126,465 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2015 125,302 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2014 122,531 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

all metal brake pipes plastic coated

Pass 15 Oct 2013 118,802 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2012 114,308 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2011 107,897 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2010 101,465 miles

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

Fail 1 Nov 2010 101,465 miles

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

registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 16 Oct 2009 85,409 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2008 68,260 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 XWG is a 2005 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 XWG, 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 DU55 XWG registered?

DU55 XWG is a 2005 BMW 118, first registered on 13 September 2005.

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