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DV55 XVX

2005 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

140,240 mi
Last recorded140,240 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2018
Typical for 2005 BMW 11891,539 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2018 140,240 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre walls damaged/Tyre worn out on outer edge-Tyre size 205/55R16 91V (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre worn out on outer edge-Tyre size 205/55R16 91V (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Oct 2018 140,237 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed Tyre size 205/55R16 91V (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Engine oil on min

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre walls damaged/Tyre worn out on outer edge-Tyre size 205/55R16 91V (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre worn out on outer edge-Tyre size 205/55R16 91V (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Oct 2017 126,617 miles

TPMS light on

exhaust bracket broken away

Pass 14 Oct 2016 120,708 miles

Offside Front door check strap loose

Pass 15 Oct 2015 105,998 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2015 105,996 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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 15 Oct 2014 101,496 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2013 97,300 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2012 79,789 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2011 66,415 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2010 62,803 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2010 62,803 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 6 May 2009 60,147 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2008 53,597 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Dec 2008 53,503 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front 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 XVX is a 2005 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 XVX, 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 XVX registered?

DV55 XVX is a 2005 BMW 118, first registered on 8 December 2005.

Is DV55 XVX safe to buy?

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