MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
175,408 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
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
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
Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
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))
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))
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))
Offside Front front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
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
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
Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
How Reliable is the BMW 118?
Based on 1,923,256 MOT tests across 197,877 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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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.
Is DY55 HYB safe to buy?
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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