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FH54 MVK

2005 BMW 118

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

138,822 mi
Last recorded138,822 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2018
Typical for 2005 BMW 11891,539 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH54 MVK
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2018 138,822 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bendy shape arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

under trays fitted

Fail 16 Jul 2018 138,822 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bendy shape arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

under trays fitted

Pass 18 Jul 2017 134,671 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2016 126,657 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2016 126,657 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Mar 2015 111,877 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2014 98,411 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2013 86,251 miles

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

Pass 20 Dec 2011 75,626 miles

windscreen washer bottle requires cleaning

Fail 20 Dec 2011 75,626 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

windscreen washer bottle requires cleaning

Pass 11 Jan 2011 68,474 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2010 62,879 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2009 55,550 miles

advise noise at inner handbrake shoes at o/s/r

Pass 17 Dec 2007 48,219 miles

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

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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FH54 MVK is a 2005 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 FH54 MVK, 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 FH54 MVK registered?

FH54 MVK is a 2005 BMW 118, first registered on 14 January 2005.

Is FH54 MVK safe to buy?

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