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DX05 YRY

2005 BMW 118

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2023
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

185,219 mi
Last recorded185,219 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2022
Typical for 2005 BMW 11891,539 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX05 YRY
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2022 185,219 miles

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

under-trays fitted.

Pass 13 May 2021 185,219 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2020 184,830 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2020 184,830 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Feb 2019 175,504 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2019 175,504 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 20 Jan 2018 161,270 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2017 152,258 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2016 140,296 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2016 140,296 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 14 Feb 2015 130,795 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2014 121,020 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2014 121,020 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 22 Jan 2013 107,020 miles

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

Pass 20 Jan 2012 94,921 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jan 2011 81,180 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2009 68,986 miles

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

Nearside Outer Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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

Offside 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)

Pass 27 Nov 2008 56,193 miles

Both front tyres worn on edges

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 29 Feb 2008 47,252 miles

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

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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DX05 YRY is a 2005 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 DX05 YRY, 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

How do I check the history of DX05 YRY?

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What year was DX05 YRY registered?

DX05 YRY is a 2005 BMW 118, first registered on 4 March 2005.

Is DX05 YRY safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX05 YRY shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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