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FV55 DJE

2005 BMW 118

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

184,009 mi
Last recorded184,009 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2018
Typical for 2005 BMW 11891,539 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV55 DJE
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2018 184,009 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2017 172,922 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2015 159,761 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 144,904 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2014 144,904 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 3 Oct 2013 130,325 miles

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

Pass 8 Nov 2012 122,740 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 8 Nov 2011 108,770 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2010 98,970 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2009 97,928 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Nov 2008 84,583 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2008 84,583 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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FV55 DJE is a 2005 BMW 118 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 FV55 DJE, 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 FV55 DJE registered?

FV55 DJE is a 2005 BMW 118, first registered on 14 November 2005.

Is FV55 DJE safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV55 DJE shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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