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FV05 BVS

2005 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

150,413 mi
Last recorded150,413 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2015
Typical for 2005 BMW 11891,539 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV05 BVS
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2015 150,413 miles

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

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

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

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)

Pass 30 Sep 2014 140,207 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2013 134,235 miles

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

Pass 23 Oct 2012 123,837 miles

both front tyres worn to limit

damage to o s f wing

kerb damage to alloys

Fail 23 Oct 2012 123,837 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

both front tyres worn to limit

both rera tyres worn low and cuts in tread

damage to o s f wing

kerb damage to alloys

Pass 17 May 2012 120,242 miles

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

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

Pass 11 May 2011 111,394 miles

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

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

Fail 11 May 2011 111,376 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 28 Apr 2010 101,876 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 1 May 2009 92,343 miles

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

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

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

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

front tyres worn unevenly

Pass 2 May 2008 72,243 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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FV05 BVS is a 2005 BMW 118 in Black 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 FV05 BVS, 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 FV05 BVS registered?

FV05 BVS is a 2005 BMW 118, first registered on 13 May 2005.

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The MOT history for FV05 BVS 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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