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FH05 HCV

2005 BMW 118

Grey Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

93,154 mi
Last recorded93,154 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2018
Typical for 2005 BMW 11891,539 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH05 HCV
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2018 93,154 miles

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

Pass 5 Aug 2017 89,239 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 84,804 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2015 78,115 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)

Pass 10 Oct 2014 68,625 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Sep 2013 56,361 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2013 56,361 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 15 Oct 2012 48,061 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 46,107 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 40,265 miles

both front tyres out of shape

Pass 19 Apr 2010 34,212 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 29,028 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2009 28,253 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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

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

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

Pass 19 Sep 2008 19,147 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2008 19,106 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

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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FH05 HCV is a 2005 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 FH05 HCV, 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 FH05 HCV registered?

FH05 HCV is a 2005 BMW 118, first registered on 4 July 2005.

Is FH05 HCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH05 HCV shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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