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AK05 DCV

2005 BMW 118

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

127,687 mi
Last recorded127,687 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW 11891,539 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK05 DCV
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 10 Jun 2026 127,687 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar damaged but not seriously weakened slight bow in the link (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar damaged but not seriously weakened slight bow in the link (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive in between gearbox and engine. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

slight under body corrosion, surface rust

Pass 31 Jan 2024 125,313 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated all (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 10 Mar 2023 118,155 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2022 112,414 miles

Central Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Central Sound deadening material not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both sides (3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Jan 2021 110,278 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jan 2020 109,756 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated all (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 12 Jan 2019 109,409 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Jan 2018 107,403 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2017 104,098 miles

rear tyres cracking

slight play in rear bushes

Pass 9 Jan 2016 100,983 miles

both rear upper suspension arms slight play

rear tyres cracking

Pass 12 Jan 2015 98,331 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2014 95,883 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2013 93,486 miles

front tyers starting to split

Pass 14 Jan 2012 90,006 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2011 85,164 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2010 77,140 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 66,530 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 53,855 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2008 53,105 miles

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

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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AK05 DCV is a 2005 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 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 AK05 DCV, 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 AK05 DCV registered?

AK05 DCV is a 2005 BMW 118, first registered on 24 March 2005.

Is AK05 DCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK05 DCV shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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