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FH05 YAX

2005 BMW 118

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

194,197 mi
Last recorded194,197 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2017
Typical for 2005 BMW 11891,539 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH05 YAX
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2017 194,197 miles

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

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

Fail 28 Apr 2017 194,197 miles

Brake hose excessively deteriorated both rear (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both rear tyre's (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 29 Apr 2016 171,178 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 28 Apr 2015 157,506 miles

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Apr 2014 149,491 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2012 141,707 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2011 135,287 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2010 128,232 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 109,552 miles

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

nearside front tyre cut but cords not exposed

Pass 25 Jun 2008 90,412 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2008 90,411 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

smoke emissions nil all tyres 3-4mm tread..front wearing on edges unseized bonnet safety catch osr handbrake low reading

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 YAX is a 2005 BMW 118 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 YAX, 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 YAX registered?

FH05 YAX is a 2005 BMW 118, first registered on 8 July 2005.

Is FH05 YAX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH05 YAX shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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