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FP05 WRF

2005 BMW 118

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2019
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

153,043 mi
Last recorded153,043 miles
Recorded on1 May 2018
Typical for 2005 BMW 11891,539 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP05 WRF
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 1 May 2018 153,043 miles
Fail 1 May 2018 153,036 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 24 Apr 2017 147,162 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Engine covers + under trays fitted obscuring some components

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

Fail 24 Apr 2017 147,161 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Engine covers + under trays fitted obscuring some components

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

Pass 8 Apr 2016 139,490 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated offside and nearside (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 8 Apr 2016 139,485 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated offside and nearside (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 7 Mar 2015 130,968 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 6 Mar 2015 130,967 miles

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Mar 2014 123,657 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2014 123,657 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 25 Feb 2013 117,113 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2012 102,777 miles

all four tyres wearing on edges.

Fail 15 Feb 2012 102,777 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously deteriorated, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

all four tyres wearing on edges.

Pass 5 May 2011 94,069 miles

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 13 May 2010 76,436 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2009 59,327 miles
Fail 16 May 2009 59,327 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 20 May 2008 37,884 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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FP05 WRF is a 2005 BMW 118 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FP05 WRF, 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.

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What year was FP05 WRF registered?

FP05 WRF is a 2005 BMW 118, first registered on 23 May 2005.

Is FP05 WRF safe to buy?

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