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G9 BDN

2005 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Oct 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

136,085 mi
Last recorded136,085 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW 11891,539 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG9 BDN
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2025 136,085 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

general corrosion

Pass 5 Oct 2024 133,675 miles

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 5 Oct 2023 131,787 miles

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy both (5.1.3 (b) (i))

general corrosion

Pass 2 Aug 2022 127,241 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2021 117,490 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2020 113,968 miles

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Jun 2019 107,273 miles

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

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

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

Pass 17 Jul 2018 102,044 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2018 99,534 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2017 93,962 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2016 87,850 miles

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

oil leak

Pass 22 Jan 2015 82,060 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2014 74,682 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2013 67,507 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2012 61,272 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2011 54,726 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2009 45,021 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2009 45,021 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Oct 2008 36,170 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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G9 BDN is a 2005 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 G9 BDN, 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 G9 BDN registered?

G9 BDN is a 2005 BMW 118, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is G9 BDN safe to buy?

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