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FX54 OZB

2005 BMW 118

Blue Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2021
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

173,444 mi
Last recorded173,444 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2020
Typical for 2005 BMW 11891,539 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX54 OZB
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2020 173,444 miles

Central Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 4 Dec 2019 166,170 miles

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

Fail 2 Dec 2019 166,170 miles

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

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn main arm, outer bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 23 Nov 2018 135,715 miles

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

Fail 22 Nov 2018 135,715 miles

Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rearward arms on both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 19 Jun 2017 101,305 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 90,718 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 77,448 miles

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)

Oil leak

Pass 10 Jun 2014 60,428 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2013 53,579 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2012 52,777 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2012 50,087 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Feb 2011 42,212 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 4 Feb 2010 34,518 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2009 27,144 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2008 19,991 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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FX54 OZB is a 2005 BMW 118 in Blue with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 FX54 OZB, 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

How do I check the history of FX54 OZB?

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What year was FX54 OZB registered?

FX54 OZB is a 2005 BMW 118, first registered on 12 February 2005.

Is FX54 OZB safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX54 OZB shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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