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FV05 MDX

2005 BMW 118

Blue Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2024
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

131,899 mi
Last recorded131,899 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2023
Typical for 2005 BMW 11891,539 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV05 MDX
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2023 131,899 miles

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

Fail 26 Oct 2023 131,899 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 2 Nov 2022 121,127 miles

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear various suspension and brake components painted/undersealed

Pass 27 Oct 2021 113,108 miles

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

Pass 6 Nov 2020 107,492 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2019 102,966 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2018 98,505 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 7 Nov 2017 94,507 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2016 87,155 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2015 78,767 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 71,494 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 16 Aug 2013 61,377 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 54,094 miles

Handbrake lever has little reserve travel. o/s & n/s front tyres worn on inner edges. front discs slight wear.

Fail 10 Aug 2012 94,094 miles

Handbrake lever has little reserve travel. o/s & n/s front tyres worn on inner edges. front discs slight wear.

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 24 Aug 2011 46,425 miles

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

front no plate slightly damaged

Pass 10 Sep 2010 39,226 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 37,511 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2009 32,189 miles

Puncture repair in nearside rear runflat tyre

Fail 1 Jul 2009 32,189 miles

Puncture repair in nearside rear runflat tyre

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Jul 2008 27,862 miles

nearside front tyre worn on outer edge

offside front tyre worn on outer edge

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 MDX is a 2005 BMW 118 in Blue with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 MDX, 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 MDX registered?

FV05 MDX is a 2005 BMW 118, first registered on 8 June 2005.

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