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DX55 WDN

2005 BMW 118

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

104,125 mi
Last recorded104,125 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2016
Typical for 2005 BMW 11891,539 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX55 WDN
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2016 104,125 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2015 101,785 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules all rear (3.6.B.4e)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive near side and off side rear (2.4.A.3)

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both rear (2.4.G.1)

Fail 6 Nov 2014 96,530 miles

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

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

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

Oil leak

rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 6 Nov 2014 96,530 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)

Oil leak

rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 28 Oct 2013 91,651 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 14 Nov 2012 82,483 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 14 Nov 2012 82,483 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2011 66,609 miles

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

Pass 23 Dec 2010 54,208 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2009 39,657 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2008 22,263 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2008 21,610 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)

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 WDN is a 2005 BMW 118 in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 WDN, 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 DX55 WDN?

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What year was DX55 WDN registered?

DX55 WDN is a 2005 BMW 118, first registered on 8 November 2005.

Is DX55 WDN safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX55 WDN shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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