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EX55 HFK

2005 BMW 118

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2023
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

129,076 mi
Last recorded129,076 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2022
Typical for 2005 BMW 11891,539 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX55 HFK
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2022 129,076 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 11 Oct 2022 129,076 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Sep 2021 122,721 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Manufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting full inspection

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 17 Sep 2020 117,647 miles

Covers and under trays fitted

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Cracking ( from calliper ) (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Cracking ( from calliper ) (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 19 Dec 2019 115,228 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2019 110,209 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Dec 2017 106,135 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2017 106,135 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 31 Dec 2016 100,726 miles

engine cover fitted

under trays fitted

Fail 31 Dec 2016 100,726 miles

Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated both sides (3.6.B.4d)

engine cover fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 2 Jan 2016 94,346 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 19 Dec 2014 87,504 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2014 83,395 miles

Front brake flexi hoses starting to perish

Rear tyre treads getting low

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 2 Jan 2013 78,553 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 73,239 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2011 67,596 miles

Advise front number plate damaged

Fail 20 Sep 2011 67,596 miles

Advise front number plate damaged

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 26 Oct 2010 59,112 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 26 Aug 2009 49,039 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 36,687 miles

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

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

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

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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EX55 HFK is a 2005 BMW 118 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 EX55 HFK, 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 EX55 HFK registered?

EX55 HFK is a 2005 BMW 118, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is EX55 HFK safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX55 HFK shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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