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DV55 CVJ

2005 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2020
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

146,401 mi
Last recorded146,401 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2019
Typical for 2005 BMW 11891,539 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV55 CVJ
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2019 146,401 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective box (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Apr 2017 132,242 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2016 120,228 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2014 105,678 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both front brake hoses slighty perished

crack in front number plate

front brake disc in poor condition

offside wiper poor at clearing screen

Fail 26 Nov 2014 105,678 miles

Nearside Lower Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Nearside Stop lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (1.2.1a)

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

TPMS light on

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both front brake hoses slighty perished

crack in front number plate

front brake disc in poor condition

offside wiper poor at clearing screen

nearside front tyre bold on outer edge, no cords exposed

Pass 25 Nov 2013 97,629 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

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

O/S handbrake efficiency slightly low

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Oct 2012 89,764 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2011 81,452 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2010 67,362 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2009 52,741 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2008 36,936 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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DV55 CVJ is a 2005 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 DV55 CVJ, 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 DV55 CVJ registered?

DV55 CVJ is a 2005 BMW 118, first registered on 7 November 2005.

Is DV55 CVJ safe to buy?

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