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FL05 WRR

2005 BMW 118

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

67,335 mi
Last recorded67,335 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW 11891,539 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL05 WRR
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2025 67,335 miles

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

Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both rears slightly (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 2 Jul 2024 50,397 miles

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

Fail 1 Jul 2024 50,294 miles

Front Upper Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction SUN STRIP (3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 28 Jul 2023 25,947 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2022 15,617 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2020 15,611 miles

Emissions not tested heavey smoke (8.2.2.2 (e))

Exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Pass 7 Mar 2019 15,182 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2018 14,769 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2017 13,890 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 13,008 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2015 12,080 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2014 11,638 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2013 11,109 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2012 10,788 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2011 10,589 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2010 10,354 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2008 9,239 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
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FL05 WRR is a 2005 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 FL05 WRR, 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 FL05 WRR registered?

FL05 WRR is a 2005 BMW 118, first registered on 14 March 2005.

Is FL05 WRR safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL05 WRR shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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