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DV55 STZ

2005 BMW 118

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2022
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

123,731 mi
Last recorded123,731 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2021
Typical for 2005 BMW 11891,539 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV55 STZ
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2021 123,731 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2020 119,703 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2020 119,703 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 18 Dec 2019 115,331 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2018 108,701 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2017 102,704 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber mist of oil

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

Pass 17 Dec 2016 96,882 miles

offside front indicator slightly white

rear indicators slightly white

under trays fitted

Pass 14 Dec 2015 88,843 miles

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

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

osr tyre getting low

Pass 13 Dec 2014 83,679 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front flexi hose perished

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

Pass 14 Dec 2013 77,203 miles

All pads appear low....chips on screen....both front flexi brake hoses perishing

Pass 17 Dec 2012 69,781 miles

Rear brake pads getting low....front flexi brake hoses perished

Fail 17 Dec 2011 60,320 miles

Engine undertray fitted.

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Outer sills covered.

Under vehicle covers fitted.

Pass 17 Dec 2011 60,320 miles

Engine undertray fitted.

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

Outer sills covered.

Under vehicle covers fitted.

Pass 11 Dec 2010 51,971 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2009 40,757 miles

rear bumper damaged....traction control light on....n/s/f tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 9 Dec 2008 31,478 miles

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

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 STZ is a 2005 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 STZ, 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 STZ registered?

DV55 STZ is a 2005 BMW 118, first registered on 9 December 2005.

Is DV55 STZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DV55 STZ shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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