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FY55 EHW

2005 BMW 118

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

87,754 mi
Last recorded87,754 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW 11891,539 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY55 EHW
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2025 87,754 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2024 85,668 miles

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

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2023 83,306 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2022 81,151 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 24 Sep 2021 78,113 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 76,391 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2019 74,188 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Sep 2018 70,101 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2017 65,812 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2016 61,824 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 57,942 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2014 53,059 miles

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

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

Fail 30 Sep 2014 53,059 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside 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 1 Oct 2013 46,905 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 42,076 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2012 42,076 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 1 Oct 2011 36,196 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2010 28,859 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 23,739 miles

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

wipers clearing effectively but noisey across screen

Pass 24 Sep 2008 18,467 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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FY55 EHW is a 2005 BMW 118 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 FY55 EHW, 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 FY55 EHW registered?

FY55 EHW is a 2005 BMW 118, first registered on 29 September 2005.

Is FY55 EHW safe to buy?

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