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AJ05 WXM

2005 BMW 118

Black Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2025
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

102,493 mi
Last recorded102,493 miles
Recorded on29 Feb 2024
Typical for 2005 BMW 11891,539 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ05 WXM
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Feb 2024 102,493 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 29 Feb 2024 102,491 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Pass 18 Nov 2021 102,321 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2020 85,505 miles

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

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

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

Fail 6 Aug 2020 84,186 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

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

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

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

Pass 27 Feb 2019 75,284 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2017 64,521 miles

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

Fail 30 Sep 2017 64,521 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 14 May 2016 63,690 miles

Oil leak

Pass 27 Jun 2015 61,860 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

driver seat belt buckle finisher missing

Pass 24 May 2014 60,363 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

Pass 9 Aug 2013 58,015 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 54,240 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 49,945 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 8 Mar 2010 43,785 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2009 41,387 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 35,831 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2007 30,890 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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AJ05 WXM is a 2005 BMW 118 in Black with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 AJ05 WXM, 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 AJ05 WXM registered?

AJ05 WXM is a 2005 BMW 118, first registered on 25 June 2005.

Is AJ05 WXM safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ05 WXM shows 18 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.

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