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AJ55 WSX

2005 BMW 118

Grey Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2020
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

215,354 mi
Last recorded215,354 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2019
Typical for 2005 BMW 11891,539 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ55 WSX
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2019 215,354 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Fail 23 Sep 2019 215,342 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Power steering malfunctioning heavy when operating. (2.1.5 (a))

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Temperature gauge showing hot.

bonnet difficult to open intermitantley.

smell of fuel under vehicle.

Pass 11 Oct 2018 208,335 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2018 208,335 miles

Nearside Front All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Oct 2017 200,541 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 16 Nov 2016 197,832 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak ()

Pass 5 Nov 2015 193,552 miles

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

Pass 3 Dec 2014 182,495 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

osf tyre worn inner edge

Pass 2 Dec 2013 173,204 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2012 154,761 miles

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

Pass 24 Nov 2011 134,276 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2010 116,474 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2010 101,192 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2009 79,261 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 WSX is a 2005 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 WSX, 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 WSX registered?

AJ55 WSX is a 2005 BMW 118, first registered on 17 December 2005.

Is AJ55 WSX safe to buy?

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