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HT05 FYN

2005 BMW 118

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

158,505 mi
Last recorded158,505 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2018
Typical for 2005 BMW 11891,539 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHT05 FYN
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2018 158,505 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2018 158,505 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 25 Oct 2017 153,471 miles

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

engine covers and under trays fitted preventing full inspection

o/s parking brake only just met requirements

Pass 25 Oct 2016 150,810 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2015 147,090 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2014 143,427 miles

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

front exhaust loose

Pass 3 Dec 2013 136,519 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Feb 2013 124,558 miles

N/S/F tyre tracked off on outer edge

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

Pass 10 Nov 2011 108,995 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke under heavy accelaration & excess crankcase pressure

Pass 16 Nov 2010 103,326 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2010 103,326 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 18 Nov 2009 99,508 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2008 83,472 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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HT05 FYN is a 2005 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 HT05 FYN, 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 HT05 FYN registered?

HT05 FYN is a 2005 BMW 118, first registered on 19 July 2005.

Is HT05 FYN safe to buy?

The MOT history for HT05 FYN shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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