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EEZ 5579

2005 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2021
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

131,794 mi
Last recorded131,794 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2019
Typical for 2005 BMW 11891,539 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEEZ 5579
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2019 131,794 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 117,891 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2018 117,833 miles

Front registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated Perished and exposed on full lock (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated Perished and exposed on full lock (3.6.B.4d)

Rear registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded on inner face (3.5.1i)

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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EEZ 5579 is a 2005 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 EEZ 5579, 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 EEZ 5579?

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What year was EEZ 5579 registered?

EEZ 5579 is a 2005 BMW 118, first registered on 14 February 2005.

Is EEZ 5579 safe to buy?

The MOT history for EEZ 5579 shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EEZ 5579 have outstanding finance?

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