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FL55 OTX

2005 BMW 118

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

147,784 mi
Last recorded147,784 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2018
Typical for 2005 BMW 11891,539 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL55 OTX
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2018 147,784 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2017 144,751 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2017 144,668 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 7 Nov 2016 137,963 miles

Nearside Rear jacking point block missing

Pass 30 Jul 2015 124,037 miles

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

Fail 30 Jul 2015 124,037 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Pass 12 Jul 2014 109,459 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 108,859 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 100,093 miles

Advise Different size tyres front to rear axle.

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

Pass 17 Apr 2012 90,890 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 87,143 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2010 83,052 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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 11 Aug 2009 78,101 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2008 73,794 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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FL55 OTX is a 2005 BMW 118 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 FL55 OTX, 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 FL55 OTX registered?

FL55 OTX is a 2005 BMW 118, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is FL55 OTX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL55 OTX shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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