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AK05 SKV

2005 BMW 118

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2017
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

214,596 mi
Last recorded214,596 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2016
Typical for 2005 BMW 11891,539 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK05 SKV
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2016 214,596 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Rear rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 21 Oct 2014 197,790 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2013 186,500 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Oct 2012 174,502 miles

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 27 Jul 2011 157,161 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 27 Aug 2010 139,410 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)

f/n/s and o/s windows tinted.

Fail 27 Aug 2010 139,410 miles

Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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)

f/n/s and o/s windows tinted.

Pass 21 Mar 2009 108,443 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 88,794 miles

stone chip windscreen

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 SKV is a 2005 BMW 118 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 SKV, 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 SKV registered?

AK05 SKV is a 2005 BMW 118, first registered on 15 April 2005.

Is AK05 SKV safe to buy?

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