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DY55 VDV

2005 BMW 118

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2021
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

91,782 mi
Last recorded91,782 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2020
Typical for 2005 BMW 11891,539 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY55 VDV
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2020 91,782 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2019 84,827 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2018 76,609 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2017 69,238 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2016 64,596 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2015 60,015 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2014 54,367 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 5 Feb 2014 54,367 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2013 49,405 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2012 43,589 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2011 37,632 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2009 30,787 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2008 24,862 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 VDV is a 2005 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 VDV, 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 DY55 VDV registered?

DY55 VDV is a 2005 BMW 118, first registered on 14 October 2005.

Is DY55 VDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY55 VDV shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DY55 VDV have outstanding finance?

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