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HS55 FDM

2005 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

126,520 mi
Last recorded126,520 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2018
Typical for 2005 BMW 11891,539 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHS55 FDM
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2018 126,520 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 28 (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 24 Jan 2017 113,964 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2015 105,566 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2015 100,172 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2014 88,547 miles

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

Pass 26 Jan 2013 79,516 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2012 71,886 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 10 Jan 2012 71,886 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2011 61,784 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2010 49,868 miles

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

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

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

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

warning light for rear brake pads low

Pass 5 Jan 2009 36,592 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2009 36,592 miles

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

ADV TRACKING / BOTH FRONT TYRES WEARING ONOUTER EDGES

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

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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HS55 FDM is a 2005 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 HS55 FDM, 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 HS55 FDM registered?

HS55 FDM is a 2005 BMW 118, first registered on 31 December 2005.

Is HS55 FDM safe to buy?

The MOT history for HS55 FDM shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HS55 FDM have outstanding finance?

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