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AU55 JZT

2005 BMW 118

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2016
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

77,278 mi
Last recorded77,278 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2015
Typical for 2005 BMW 11891,539 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU55 JZT
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2015 77,278 miles

Rear brake pads low, front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 13 Aug 2014 71,387 miles

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

Pass 29 Aug 2013 65,296 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2013 65,296 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 23 Aug 2012 58,380 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Aug 2011 51,123 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2011 51,123 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Sep 2010 44,336 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 36,405 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 27,825 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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AU55 JZT is a 2005 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 AU55 JZT, 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 AU55 JZT registered?

AU55 JZT is a 2005 BMW 118, first registered on 9 September 2005.

Is AU55 JZT safe to buy?

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