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F23 JPC

2005 BMW 118

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2024
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

145,428 mi
Last recorded145,428 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2023
Typical for 2005 BMW 11891,539 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF23 JPC
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2023 145,428 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Oct 2022 144,108 miles

all rear suspension corroded

Pass 14 Nov 2021 138,922 miles

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

Pass 5 Nov 2020 133,743 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively + brake pads showing signs of heat (1.2.1 (f))

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

Obligatory mirror slightly damaged both side mirrors lenses deteriorated (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald outer edge + worn inner (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

exhaust center heat shield loose

sill covers + undertrays fitted unable to fully inspect

Pass 14 Nov 2019 128,127 miles

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

parking brake warning lamp staying on

Fail 12 Nov 2019 128,121 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

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

parking brake warning lamp staying on

Pass 29 Nov 2018 113,679 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 20 Nov 2018 113,674 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated cords exposed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated cords exposed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 22 Nov 2017 108,708 miles

Both front tyres are worn on outer edge

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 15 Nov 2017 108,678 miles

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Both front tyres are worn on outer edge

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 22 Oct 2016 104,496 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 17 Nov 2015 92,251 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2014 66,411 miles

ADVISE BOTH REAR TYRES 3mm

ADVISE SLIGHT SCRATCHING ON FRONT SCREEN

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 14 Nov 2013 50,076 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2012 39,619 miles

offside rear brke pad sensor wire insecure

Pass 4 Nov 2011 34,282 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 4 Nov 2011 34,282 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Lower Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 3 Nov 2010 32,288 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2009 26,032 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2008 20,952 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
Full BMW 118 reliability report

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F23 JPC is a 2005 BMW 118 in Blue 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 F23 JPC, 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 F23 JPC registered?

F23 JPC is a 2005 BMW 118, first registered on 12 September 2005.

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