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HN05 LRF

2005 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2021
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

202,049 mi
Last recorded202,049 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2020
Typical for 2005 BMW 11891,539 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN05 LRF
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2020 202,049 miles

Offside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 29 Mar 2019 166,544 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge replace approx 3-5000 miles (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge replace approx 2-4000 miles (5.2.3 (e))

hand brake only just passed %eff.-recommend further investigation!!

Pass 28 Mar 2018 159,475 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2017 149,155 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit replace both rear tyres approx 3-4000 miles (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Mar 2016 138,820 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2016 138,819 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2015 129,525 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2014 116,685 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Mar 2013 104,037 miles

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

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 23 Mar 2012 92,544 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 80,658 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2010 65,819 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 53,273 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 41,769 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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HN05 LRF is a 2005 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 HN05 LRF, 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 HN05 LRF registered?

HN05 LRF is a 2005 BMW 118, first registered on 31 March 2005.

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