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FB05 JYA

2005 BMW 118

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2015
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

63,974 mi
Last recorded63,974 miles
Recorded on20 May 2014
Typical for 2005 BMW 11891,539 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFB05 JYA
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 May 2014 63,974 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 58,629 miles

both front flexible brake hoses perishing slightly

Fail 21 May 2013 58,629 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

both front flexible brake hoses perishing slightly

Pass 24 May 2012 53,245 miles

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

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

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

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

unable to fully inspect rear passenger seat belts because child seats are fitted

Pass 23 May 2011 45,558 miles
Fail 24 May 2010 40,991 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

under tray fitted

Pass 24 May 2010 40,991 miles

under tray fitted

Pass 21 Jul 2009 35,150 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 1 Jul 2009 34,707 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 10 Jun 2008 24,132 miles

nail in both rear tyres

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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FB05 JYA is a 2005 BMW 118 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 FB05 JYA, 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 FB05 JYA registered?

FB05 JYA is a 2005 BMW 118, first registered on 13 June 2005.

Is FB05 JYA safe to buy?

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