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FD05 LEF

2005 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2022
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

148,951 mi
Last recorded148,951 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2021
Typical for 2005 BMW 11891,539 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD05 LEF
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2021 148,951 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

off side parking brake effort is poor ,performance is on 16%limit

Pass 21 Nov 2019 144,508 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 21 Nov 2019 144,508 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 30 Oct 2018 134,515 miles

under trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 30 Oct 2018 134,515 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

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

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

under trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Nov 2017 122,496 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 118,826 miles

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

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

engine management light on

nearside front tyre has slight sidewall damage

Fail 7 Mar 2017 118,826 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak both rear (2.7.3)

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

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

engine management light on

nearside front tyre has slight sidewall damage

Pass 7 Mar 2016 113,470 miles

Offside Rear Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened surface. (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

hand brake light on, engine management light on

Pass 23 Mar 2015 107,228 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

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

Pass 24 Mar 2014 100,243 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Mar 2013 94,751 miles

Brake warning light on (mot requirememnt next mot)

Pass 30 Mar 2012 89,789 miles

Brake warning light on

Pass 14 May 2011 85,158 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

brake warning light on

other warning light on dash

Pass 25 May 2010 80,277 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 75,157 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 68,228 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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FD05 LEF is a 2005 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 FD05 LEF, 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 FD05 LEF registered?

FD05 LEF is a 2005 BMW 118, first registered on 24 May 2005.

Is FD05 LEF safe to buy?

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