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FY05 NNF

2005 BMW 118

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2022
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

154,553 mi
Last recorded154,553 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2021
Typical for 2005 BMW 11891,539 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY05 NNF
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2021 154,553 miles

rear differential noisey noise when turning both rear wheels

Pass 4 Mar 2020 149,757 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2020 149,578 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 Feb 2019 141,283 miles

Bonnet cable modified, still can be easily opened.

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Inner Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 27 Feb 2018 133,410 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2017 125,439 miles

4 winter tyres fitted at time of test

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

engine and vehicle under covers fitted at time of test

wheel covers fitted at time of test

Pass 15 Feb 2016 113,390 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2015 99,582 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

cover over full floor and outer sills obscuring some components

Pass 17 Feb 2014 88,019 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 69,538 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 64,965 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)

Fail 14 Mar 2012 64,965 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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)

Pass 3 Mar 2011 58,498 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 6 Mar 2010 50,800 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2009 41,349 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2008 33,133 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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FY05 NNF is a 2005 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel 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 FY05 NNF, 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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FY05 NNF is a 2005 BMW 118, first registered on 30 March 2005.

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