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EX55 UUR

2005 BMW 118

Blue Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2025
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

72,069 mi
Last recorded72,069 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2024
Typical for 2005 BMW 11891,539 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX55 UUR
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2024 72,069 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2022 67,977 miles

Brake warning light on.

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

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front arm front inner bushes worn. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edge. (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear inner disc faces corroded. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Aug 2021 60,616 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2020 49,125 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2019 47,531 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2019 47,526 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective temp filler cap fitted (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Aug 2018 44,419 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2017 41,395 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Pass 8 Aug 2016 37,453 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 31,335 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 27,292 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 23,370 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 20,107 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 17,208 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 13,596 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 9,782 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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EX55 UUR is a 2005 BMW 118 in Blue with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 UUR, 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 UUR registered?

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

Is EX55 UUR safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX55 UUR shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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