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AJ55 TZO

2005 BMW 118

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2016
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

117,701 mi
Last recorded117,701 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2015
Typical for 2005 BMW 11891,539 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2015 117,701 miles

nearside rear brake slightly binding

Fail 29 Jan 2015 117,701 miles

Nearside Front registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Rear registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

nearside rear brake slightly binding

Pass 21 Feb 2014 115,262 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2013 105,329 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 95,650 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2010 82,285 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2009 72,718 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2008 66,619 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2008 66,619 miles

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

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 TZO is a 2005 BMW 118 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 TZO, 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.

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What year was AJ55 TZO registered?

AJ55 TZO is a 2005 BMW 118, first registered on 9 December 2005.

Is AJ55 TZO safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ55 TZO shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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