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FY05 XDJ

2005 BMW 118

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2020
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

164,249 mi
Last recorded164,249 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2019
Typical for 2005 BMW 11891,539 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY05 XDJ
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2019 164,249 miles

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

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Apr 2018 150,430 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 148,908 miles

under-trays not allowing full inspection of under side

Pass 19 May 2016 141,738 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 132,533 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

plastic covers fitted to offside and nearside outer sills

Pass 31 Jul 2014 119,943 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2014 119,943 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Pass 31 Jul 2013 100,372 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2013 100,367 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Aug 2012 83,136 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 80,385 miles

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

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

both rear tyres worn on edges

complete underside covered unable to fully inspect systems

near side front tyre worn on edges

off side door mirror glass deteriorated

Pass 1 Mar 2011 70,543 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2010 57,456 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)

Pass 3 Nov 2008 34,783 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 XDJ is a 2005 BMW 118 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 XDJ, 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 FY05 XDJ registered?

FY05 XDJ is a 2005 BMW 118, first registered on 16 May 2005.

Is FY05 XDJ safe to buy?

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