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AJ55 EKW

2005 BMW 118

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Dec 2021
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

125,823 mi
Last recorded125,823 miles
Recorded on28 Dec 2020
Typical for 2005 BMW 11891,539 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ55 EKW
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 28 Dec 2020 125,823 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 27 Jun 2019 112,345 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 108,104 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 103,328 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 94,275 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 91,411 miles

nsr tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 14 Jul 2014 84,383 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2013 78,113 miles

front discs corrosion

some smear f wipers

Pass 21 Jul 2012 72,016 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 65,406 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

slight corrosion on front and rear discs

Pass 29 Jul 2010 59,580 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2009 48,760 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 8 Dec 2008 28,962 miles

n/s/r brake pad low

Pass 21 May 2008 21,815 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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AJ55 EKW is a 2005 BMW 118 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 AJ55 EKW, 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 AJ55 EKW registered?

AJ55 EKW is a 2005 BMW 118, first registered on 6 December 2005.

Is AJ55 EKW safe to buy?

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