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DX55 VCE

2005 BMW 118

Black Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Dec 2021
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

74,992 mi
Last recorded74,992 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2020
Typical for 2005 BMW 11891,539 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX55 VCE
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2020 74,992 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Dec 2019 70,444 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view outside zone A (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 29 Dec 2018 66,790 miles

Central Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view outside zone A (3.2 (a) (i))

Front wipers slight smearing

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

Pass 28 Dec 2017 63,754 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2016 62,841 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2016 62,841 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

Pass 4 Sep 2015 62,310 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2015 62,310 miles

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

Pass 9 Jul 2013 60,272 miles

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

Slight bind in nearside rear wheel

Pass 30 Jul 2011 50,601 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2011 50,601 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Pass 13 Aug 2009 38,087 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2008 32,077 miles

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)

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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DX55 VCE is a 2005 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 DX55 VCE, 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 DX55 VCE registered?

DX55 VCE is a 2005 BMW 118, first registered on 30 November 2005.

Is DX55 VCE safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX55 VCE shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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