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DY55 HYB

2005 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2024
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

175,408 mi
Last recorded175,408 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2023
Typical for 2005 BMW 11891,539 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY55 HYB
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2023 175,408 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated BOTH SIDES (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Suspension subframe corroding

Rear parking brake efficiency only just met, it appears the braking system requires additional repair or adjustment

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of some testable items

Fail 17 Feb 2023 175,399 miles

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn BOTH SIDES , lower arm outer bushes marked yellow (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated BOTH SIDES (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Suspension subframe corroding

Undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of some testable items

Pass 14 Feb 2022 165,019 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Dec 2020 148,155 miles

Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 1 Jun 2018 141,712 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Fail 1 Jun 2018 141,712 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 2 Jun 2017 115,790 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2016 85,533 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 84,736 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2016 84,736 miles

Offside Front front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Apr 2015 74,727 miles

rear washer inop

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

TPMS light on

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both rear tyres at 2mm and outter sidewalls damaged

front brake disks worn and pads appear low

Pass 15 Mar 2014 62,600 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both rear tyres damaged

o/s/r brake pad sensor fitted

stonechips in screen

Pass 15 Apr 2013 56,892 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 50,052 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2011 40,948 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 12 Apr 2010 27,070 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 24,150 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 18,770 miles

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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DY55 HYB is a 2005 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 DY55 HYB, 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.

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What year was DY55 HYB registered?

DY55 HYB is a 2005 BMW 118, first registered on 30 September 2005.

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The MOT history for DY55 HYB shows 18 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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