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EA55 URO

2005 BMW 118

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2022
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

197,041 mi
Last recorded197,041 miles
Recorded on5 May 2021
Typical for 2005 BMW 11891,539 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA55 URO
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 May 2021 197,041 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Anti-lock braking system wiring damaged but not excessively (1.6 (d))

Fail 5 May 2021 197,041 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic braking system warning device indicates a fault (1.7 (b))

Emissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition both box missing (8.1.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 14 Dec 2019 179,845 miles

Nearside Front door trim damaged

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Pass 27 Nov 2018 169,170 miles

Nearside Front door trim damaged

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Under tray damaged

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

Fail 26 Nov 2018 169,166 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front door trim damaged

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Under tray damaged

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

Pass 21 Nov 2017 158,057 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2016 151,180 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2016 151,178 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 3 Nov 2015 145,069 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2015 145,069 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Oct 2014 145,060 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2013 130,414 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2012 105,207 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 24 Nov 2012 105,207 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 2 Nov 2011 84,248 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)

Pass 28 Sep 2010 68,914 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2010 68,914 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Oct 2009 47,856 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2008 29,846 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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EA55 URO is a 2005 BMW 118 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 EA55 URO, 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 EA55 URO registered?

EA55 URO is a 2005 BMW 118, first registered on 11 November 2005.

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