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FE55 ZMX

2005 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2021
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

155,752 mi
Last recorded155,752 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2020
Typical for 2005 BMW 11891,539 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE55 ZMX
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2020 155,752 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both. (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Feb 2019 139,234 miles

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

Pass 19 Feb 2018 130,297 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2017 124,697 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2016 120,345 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 115,381 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2014 109,602 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2013 103,184 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 99,482 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2011 95,673 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2009 85,981 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2008 71,034 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

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

both front alloys and o/s/r alloy distorted

Pass 22 Sep 2008 71,034 miles

both front alloys and o/s/r alloy distorted

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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FE55 ZMX is a 2005 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 FE55 ZMX, 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 FE55 ZMX registered?

FE55 ZMX is a 2005 BMW 118, first registered on 23 September 2005.

Is FE55 ZMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE55 ZMX shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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