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FX55 YPM

2005 BMW 118

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2023
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

141,682 mi
Last recorded141,682 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2022
Typical for 2005 BMW 11891,539 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX55 YPM
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2022 141,682 miles

both headlamps faded

Pass 10 Dec 2021 136,188 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Oct 2020 129,587 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2019 123,282 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2018 115,791 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2018 115,790 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Jan 2017 103,108 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2017 103,108 miles

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

Pass 14 Jan 2016 97,699 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2015 91,912 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2015 91,625 miles

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

Pass 22 Jan 2014 82,381 miles

front and rear indicators slightly discoloured

Fail 28 Jan 2013 69,652 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Jan 2013 69,652 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Sep 2011 57,856 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2010 43,078 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Sep 2009 33,909 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 22,068 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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FX55 YPM is a 2005 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 FX55 YPM, 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 FX55 YPM registered?

FX55 YPM is a 2005 BMW 118, first registered on 27 September 2005.

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The MOT history for FX55 YPM shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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